Episodios

  • Land, Legacy & the Future of Farming: Small Business Lessons from Chestnuts

    Land, Legacy & the Future of Farming: Small Business Lessons from Chestnuts
    May 5 2025
    This Small Business Week, we’re digging deep into how chestnuts can power more than just your pantry — they can build a business.Melanie shares what she’s learned from financial advisor and grower Joel Hubbard and Propagate’s Jeremy Kaufman about building real business models around chestnut orchards. From land structure and taxes to agroforestry and next-generation planning, this episode is packed with insight for farmers, landowners, and dreamers alike.

    You’ll hear:
    • Why Joel believes chestnuts belong in your investment portfolio
    • How Jeremy is helping farmers scale agroforestry across the U.S.
    • Funding, planning, and structure tips for your chestnut orchard
    • The emotional and financial power of planting for future generations
    If you’re thinking about how to grow smarter, this one’s for you.Learn more and subscribe at unitedchestnuts.com and follow Branching Out: Growing Together for more interviews, field notes, and stories from the chestnut community.

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    15 m
  • Branching Out Growing Together OffShoot Edition - From Dave Skinner Season 3 Eps 5

    Branching Out Growing Together OffShoot Edition - From Dave Skinner Season 3 Eps 5
    May 3 2025
    This offshoot episode is based on our recent conversation with Dave Skinner of Whitetal Properties, where we discuss "How to Buy Land with Purpose: Strategies from Dave Skinner."

    What should you really know before buying a piece of land? In this episode, I sit down with Dave Skinner of Whitetail Properties to talk about the journey from passion to profession — and all the ways you can turn land ownership into a meaningful investment. Whether you’re dreaming of a hunting property, a chestnut orchard, or a cabin in the woods, Dave offers practical insights that will inspire you to take the next step.

    You’ll learn:
    • What shifted in land buying trends post-COVID
    • How to choose the right real estate agent for land
    • Ideas for generating income from rural property (beyond farming)
    • The real ROI of land compared to traditional investments
    • Why passion for the outdoors still drives the best decisions
    Want to learn more about land and chestnuts? Subscribe to the podcast and visit unitedchestnuts.com for resources, nursery info, and upcoming events and subscribe to the United Chestnuts YouTube channel.

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    4 m
  • How to Buy Land with Purpose: Strategies from Dave Skinner

    How to Buy Land with Purpose: Strategies from Dave Skinner
    Apr 19 2025
    What should you really know before buying a piece of land? In this episode, I sit down with Dave Skinner of Whitetail Properties to talk about the journey from passion to profession — and all the ways you can turn land ownership into a meaningful investment. Whether you’re dreaming of a hunting property, a chestnut orchard, or a cabin in the woods, Dave offers practical insights that will inspire you to take the next step.You’ll learn:
    • What shifted in land buying trends post-COVID
    • How to choose the right real estate agent for land
    • Ideas for generating income from rural property (beyond farming)
    • The real ROI of land compared to traditional investments
    • Why passion for the outdoors still drives the best decisions
    Want to learn more about land and chestnuts? Subscribe to the podcast and visit unitedchestnuts.com for resources, nursery info, and upcoming events.

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    32 m
  • Scott Smith on Harvesting, Marketing & the Future of Chestnut Farming

    Scott Smith on Harvesting, Marketing & the Future of Chestnut Farming
    Apr 19 2025
    Podcast Description: In this episode of Branching Out: Growing Together, Scott Smith shares his journey from growing up in the chestnut industry to running a successful orchard in Michigan. We dive into the realities of modern chestnut farming, including harvesting methods, marketing strategies, and why diversification is the key to success.Episode Highlights:
    • The transition from handpicking to mechanized harvesting
    • How Scott built a market for his chestnuts (now in 17 grocery stores!)
    • The role of grower collaboration and cultivar registration
    • How breweries are using chestnuts—and what that means for farmers
    • Why chestnut farming is as much about community as it is about crops
    Tune in now to learn how to grow, sell, and thrive in the chestnut industry.Join the conversation! Visit unitedchestnuts.com for resources and follow us on social media for more chestnut farming insights.

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    36 m
  • United Chestnuts & EBB Farms – Growing Together in the Chestnut Industry

    United Chestnuts & EBB Farms – Growing Together in the Chestnut Industry
    Mar 2 2025
    In this episode of Branching Out: Growing Together, we explore the evolving landscape of chestnut farming and industry collaboration through United Chestnuts and EBB Farms.🌰

    United Chestnuts is expanding beyond just one farm—it’s becoming a national platform to support chestnut growers who want to focus on farming without the burden of branding and marketing. We discuss how this initiative aims to unite growers, streamline sales, and educate consumers about chestnuts.

    🌱 EBB Farms continues to stand as a leading example of hands-on, chestnut cultivation. We talk about the farm’s role in both growing premium chestnuts and educating the next generation of farmers.

    If you're interested in growing, selling, or simply enjoying chestnuts, this conversation is packed with insights into how we can all grow together!🔔

    Subscribe for more stories from farmers, innovators, and industry leaders shaping the future of chestnut farming.

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    22 m
  • Growing Financial Stability for Chestnut Growers with Joel Hubbard, CPA

    Growing Financial Stability for Chestnut Growers with Joel Hubbard, CPA
    Feb 23 2025
    🎙 Welcome to Branching Out: Growing Together! 🌱🌰

    In this episode, we’re diving into the financial side of farming and entrepreneurship with Joel Hubbard, CPA—a seasoned expert in accounting, tax strategies, and business financial planning. But Joel isn’t just a numbers guy—he’s also a passionate chestnut grower and the owner of Georgia Chestnuts, where he’s actively contributing to the growth of the chestnut industry. 🌰🌿

    Joel brings valuable insights on how growers, landowners, and small business owners can navigate taxes, manage cash flow, and build long-term financial stability. Whether you're starting your orchard, expanding your farm, or just trying to make sense of the numbers, this conversation is packed with actionable advice to help you grow—both financially and sustainably.

    🌎📈 Check out the previous episode of Branching Out with Joel Hubbard in the podcast playlist.

    Hit like & subscribe and let’s get into it! 🎧👇 #BranchingOutPodcast #ChestnutFarming #GeorgiaChestnuts #UnitedChestnuts

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    47 m
  • Overcoming Life’s Challenges: Finding Growth in the Unexpected

    Overcoming Life’s Challenges: Finding Growth in the Unexpected
    Jan 25 2025
    Life is full of twists and turns, but those unexpected moments often hold the greatest opportunities for growth. In this episode of Branching Out: Growing Together, we explore how to navigate career pivots, personal challenges, and the unpredictability of life with resilience and adaptability.Through deeply personal stories, you’ll discover:
    • How to embrace unexpected opportunities and turn setbacks into stepping stones.
    • Lessons from farming: adapting to life’s natural rhythms and letting go of control.
    • How personal challenges, like loss and an ADHD diagnosis, can lead to profound growth.
    • Why progress isn’t linear—but it’s always possible with persistence and flexibility.
    Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with wisdom on creativity, self-discovery, and the power of showing up—even when the path forward looks uncertain.

    Listen now and join us as we continue branching out and growing together!

    ➡️ Learn more at unitedchestnuts.com
    📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment below!

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    24 m
  • USDA Insights on Growing the Chestnut Industry

    USDA Insights on Growing the Chestnut Industry
    Dec 21 2024
    In this episode of Branching Out: Growing Together, we dive into the growing opportunities in U.S. chestnut farming with Jessica Shade from USDA NIFA. Discover how programs like the Specialty Crop Research Initiative are driving innovation and collaboration between growers and researchers. Jessica shares actionable insights on funding, industry challenges, and how you can play a part in shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation!

    🌐 Learn more:     SCRI Website

    🎙️     Subscribe for more episodes on sustainable farming and agricultural innovation.Let me know if you’d like additional adjustments!

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    37 m
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