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

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Branching Out: Growing Together

Melanie Jones

33 episodes

1 month ago

Branching Out: Growing Together – Your gateway to the world of small-scale nut and fruit tree farming, hosted by Melanie Jones from her picturesque chestnut farm in Kentucky. Join Melanie and her guests as they explore the latest trends, innovations, and personal stories from the chestnut industry and beyond.

Whether you're a seasoned grower, a curious landowner, or dreaming of rural living, this podcast offers expert advice, practical tips, and meaningful conversations to help you cultivate success.Tune in bi-weekly for insightful interviews with industry leaders, discover actionable farming strategies, and connect with a community passionate about sustainable agriculture and rural lifestyles.

At Branching Out: Growing Together, there's always a fresh perspective waiting for you.

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

Branching Out: Growing Together

15 minutes

6 months ago

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

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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