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Field Notes from the Farm: A Visit to Angle Acre Farms with Scott, Tom & Amy Smith
A Family Legacy That’s Still Growing At United Chestnuts, we believe passion is contagious. Nowhere was that more evident than during our visit to Angle Acres chestnut farm in Michigan. Scott Smith, joined by his son Tom and daughter Amy, welcomed us into their family orchard with open arms. Brad and I (Melanie) made the…
What We Can Learn from 1,000 Farms: A Conversation with Nora D’antuono of the Ecdysis Foundation
What Happens When Science Meets Soil When the Ecdysis Foundation brought a team of researchers to EBB Farms, something special happened. It wasn’t just data collection — it was collaboration, conversation, and discovery. In this episode of Branching Out: Growing Together, I sit down with Nora D’antuono, a member of the Ecdysis research team, to…
What Chestnut Trees Should I Plant?
What Chestnut Trees Should I Plant? A Buyer’s Guide If you’re asking yourself “what chestnut trees should I plant?” the answer depends on your goals and location. For reliability and name recognition, many choose Dunstan chestnuts, the most widely planted chestnut in the U.S. If you want faster growth, bigger nuts, or better cold tolerance,…
Why Hunters Should Plant Chestnut Seedlings
Chestnuts are making a comeback in the United States—and hunters have a front-row seat in this story. At EBB Farms, powered by United Chestnuts, we’ve seen firsthand how chestnut trees can transform a landscape, providing a reliable food source for wildlife and creating a legacy that lasts for generations. Read why chestnut seedlings for deer…
Chestnuts Are Coming Back: Why You Should Reserve Chestnut Seedlings and Chestnuts Now
Chestnuts are coming back in the United States. Growers across the country are expanding orchards, consumers are discovering their flavor and versatility, and demand is growing faster than supply. That’s why if you’re thinking about planting chestnut trees—or even just enjoying fresh chestnuts—it’s essential to reserve chestnut seedlings and chestnuts now. Why Reservations Matter The…
Meet Willie Huston and His Farming Roots
Willie Huston Joins Branching Out: Growing Together podcast with host Melanie Jones of United Chestnuts. In this episode of the Branching Out: Growing Together podcast, we sit down with Willie Huston to talk about farming, music, and building a lasting legacy. Willie’s work blends the rhythms of agriculture with the rhythms of song, creating a…
Why Chestnut Farming? How to Find Your “Why”
Why Grow Chestnuts? It Starts with a Question If you’re asking yourself why grow chestnuts, you’re not alone. Every week, I hear from folks at the very beginning of their journey—landowners with a few open acres, new growers considering a tree crop, or curious minds drawn to something deeper than annual agriculture. When folks first…
What Are The Advantages Tree Crops—And Why Now Is the Time to Discover “Your Why”!
I’ve been invited to speak on a panel and the opening question focuses on the advantages of tree crops. It’s an exciting season for nut growers across the country. The 2025 joint conference of the Chestnut Growers of America and the Northern Nut Growers Association is just around the corner—August 3–6 in Lansing, Michigan. During…
How One Michigan Family Turned a Backyard Experiment into a Multi-Generational Chestnut Legacy
Scott Smith joins Melanie Jones on Branching Out: Growing Together podcast.
Chestnut farming finances. Tune in as Joel Hubbard, CPA shares insights.
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Chestnut Farmcations: Unplug, Learn, and Reconnect on the Farm
Millers visit EBB Farms and United Chestnuts for a chestnut farm tour…
Chestnuts and Oaks: A Wildlife Power Duo for Your Property
Planting chestnut and oak trees for wildlife has a become a popular trend.