Chestnut Growers

Remember seeing pistachio commercials during the Super Bowl way back in 2013? Take a peek!  The rise of the pistachio industry in the United States from a relatively obscure nut to a popular snack is a fascinating story involving agricultural innovation, marketing strategies, and shifting consumer preferences.  Here are the key factors that contributed to the…

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…

I’m Melanie Jones, and today, I want to share some fascinating insights from our latest episode of the “Branching Out: Growing Together” podcast. This time, I had the privilege of speaking with Amy C. Miller, PhD,  the Chief Operating Officer for Route 9 Cooperative and owner of a diversified fruit and nut farm. Her journey, dedication, and commitment to…

At United Chestnuts, we’re passionate about growth, education, and community within the chestnut industry. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a new initiative to support and inspire fellow chestnut enthusiasts: the Field Notes From The Farm series!   Brad and Melanie Jones, the driving force behind United Chestnuts, are hitting the road to visit some of the most…