Land, Legacy & the Future of Farming: Small Business Lessons from Chestnuts
Update: 2025-05-05
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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.
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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
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