Chestnut Farming & Orchard Management

Buzz Ferver Joins Branching Out: Chestnut Breeding Experimentation Guru

As Buzz Ferver, guest on the Branching Out Podcast, says, “The dream is to have a blight-resistant chestnut that thrives in Vermont’s climate.” This dream is becoming a reality, and you can be part of it with a little effort! If you dream of harvesting delicious chestnuts from your own backyard, this guide will equip you with…

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A Chat with Bob Stehli, a Chestnut Pioneer!

We are excited to share the latest episode of the Branching Out podcast with you all. This time, I spoke with Bob Stehli, a true chestnut guru. Bob’s been in the chestnut farming business for years and has a wealth of knowledge to offer. We talked about everything from starting a chestnut farm to the…

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Embracing the Freedom to Farm: The Vital Role of Hobby Farmers

Happy Fourth of July! This post is about freedom. Today, we are so grateful we have the freedom to do things like this–soon, we’ll share how our team is expanding the Branching Out podcast to Branching Out: Growing Together.  The reason? We want to embrace the larger community and include anyone who has a small piece…

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Amy Miller In Her Element at Empire Chestnuts and Route 9 Cooperative

In the latest episode of Branching Out: Growing Together, I had the privilege of speaking with Amy C. Miller, PhD, Chief Operating Officer of Route 9 Cooperative and owner of a diversified fruit and nut farm. Amy’s journey—rooted in Appalachian heritage and scientific research—is a story of sustainability, leadership, and innovation in the chestnut industry.…

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