In this podcast episode with Michael Parks, Melanie, and Michael engage in a lively discussion about the chestnut community and the importance of educating consumers about chestnuts. They highlight the need for ongoing education, noting that there is still much work to be done to increase awareness and consumption, especially among various cultural groups.

They discuss the balance of supply and demand in the chestnut market, emphasizing the complexities of this discussion and much more.

How do you feel about the balance between low-tech and high-tech solutions in your work as a chestnut farmer? 

How do you currently sell your chestnuts without relying heavily on technology? 

How do you approach sustainability in your farming practices? 

Melanie Jones, a partner at United Chestnuts, and her husband Brad host the "Branching Out" podcast. Melanie explains, "The podcast—available on YouTube, Spotify, Audible, and iHeartRadio—supports our industry's growing interest in learning, connecting, and sharing industry-related stories and information from different perspectives.

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