What Can You Cook with Chestnuts? Lots of things!

Delightful Yogurt Bark Recipes with Chestnuts As the chill of fall and winter sets in, we are graced with the hearty flavors of the season. Chestnuts, in particular, come to mind – those delightful, nutty morsels that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. In this article, we’ll explore how chestnuts can elevate your…

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Diversifying Investments and the World of Chestnut Orchards

Conversation with financial expert Joel Hubbard, CPA, who is also a landowner and chestnut orchard developer. In the latest episode of the Branching Out podcast, I sat down with Joel Hubbard—an esteemed CPA, registered investment advisor, and founder of Executive Money Managers. He is also the driver behind Georiga Chestnuts, LLC.  Our conversation unfolded into…

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Navigating The Chestnut Landscape

Jame Nave joins the Branching Out podcast with exciting insights into the world of chestnuts.  In the latest episode of the Branching Out podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting James “Mike” Nave, an esteemed guest with decades of experience in the intricate world of chestnut cultivation. Our conversation unraveled the layers of knowledge, from…

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Have We Solved The Puzzle? Growing Chestnuts from Tissue Culture.

Hazelnuts to Chestnuts: Exploring Tissue Culture with Craig Clark Dive into the fascinating world of chestnut farming with Branching Out guest Craig Clark, owner of West Coast Chestnut. In this episode, Craig, a farmer and self-proclaimed “nursery nerd,” shares his journey from hazelnuts to chestnuts and his exciting venture into using tissue culture to propagate…

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Uncovering The Nutritional Value of Chestnuts with Landon Evans

As I sat down with Landon Evans, a young man deeply rooted in the chestnut industry, our conversation took us on a journey through family heritage, nutrition, and the rich potential of chestnuts.   I love the topic of nutrition and this piece is filled with a conversation around health, fitness, and nutrition and the…

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Growing Chestnuts: Who Plants Chinese Chestnut Trees in the US?

All types of people are growing chestnut trees in the United States! This week, we will explore the fascinating world of Chinese chestnut trees in the United States and the individuals and farms behind their cultivation. Chinese chestnut trees (Castanea mollissima) have a rich history in the United States, dating back to the late 19th…

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The Rise of the Disruptor: How Almond Milk Shook the Dairy Industry

Is chestnut milk the new almond milk? Our blog post about disruption last week created some wonderful conversation and challenged the concept a bit, so we’re continuing that exploration this week.   In the business world, a “disruptor” is a company or product that shakes up an established industry. They challenge the status quo with…

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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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