News: Maine Progress Update 2023
Using advanced gene analysis, researchers recently discovered that chestnut blight resistance is a much more complex trait than originally thought. This explains why we are not seeing the level of blight resistance in our back crosses that we expected after 25 years of back-cross breeding. Additional genetic testing of trees is underway to enable chapters to identify their most resistant trees for future breeding through best by best crosses.
In light of this news, the approach going forward aims to cross the transgenic Darling 58 tree with the best trees emerging from our traditional back-cross breeding program. Our success hinges on federal approval of the D58 chestnut in 2023. You can put your finger on the scale by sending a simple statement of your support for deregulation by December 27, 2023. Here’s how:
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Darling 58 Rescue and Restoration of the American Chestnut The American chestnut was an ecologically, economically, and culturally significant tree species in the Eastern United States. In the late 18...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Next Tuesday!
Join us for an inspiring film screening of the documentary, "CLEAR DAY THUNDER: Rescuing the American Chestnut".
Located at 453 John Lewis Freedom Parkway Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307, this in-person gathering offers a unique opportunity to learn about the American chestnut tree, this iconic tree species that has been functionally extinct for over 100 years and is on the brink of restoration.
This captivating event will take place on Tue, September 26th starting with check-in and light reception with communal cheese and charcuterie and non-alcoholic beverages at 6pm, film viewing at 7pm and concluding with question & answer session with representatives from The American Chestnut Foundation.
Through this compelling documentary, you'll witness the tireless efforts of dedicated individuals working to save the American Chestnut from extinction. Discover the challenges they face, the progress made, and the hope that drives their mission.
Don't miss this chance to learn about this important tree species and how successful restoration efforts can lead the way for other tree species in peril. Join us at this documentary screening of CLEAR DAY THUNDER: Rescuing the American Chestnut and be part of this enlightening experience.
This screening is sponsored byThe American Chestnut Foundation, The Georgia Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation and Trees Atlanta
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Volunteer opportunity In Pennsylvania for bur shucking!
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What wonderful work you are doing.
When you guys want volunteers to plant 🌱 baby chestnut 🌰 trees let me know. I will plant in my area and have friends that would love to volunteer
I pray they all will be successfully planted
Which campus?
What do you do with them after you harvest them? I love to eat them but the worms bear me to them most of the time
Wish I was closer I would love to help .
Where can I get established American chestnut seedlings 🌱 for my property?
We want some seedlings to plant in Bedford pa
Send me a few, I've got 5 Acers in Ga.
Great news: a special Chestnut Chat featuring student flash talks and a virtual poster session is taking place on October 20, 2023. This Chat will provide opportunities for students and professionals alike to share cutting-edge research, explore partnerships, and discuss the many facets of American chestnut restoration through a series of flash talks and a poster presentation. All are welcome to participate – student and professional alike.
There will be special opportunities for students to give flash talks, as well as participate in a student poster competition. This year, students participating in the poster competition must also present a flash talk. We hope you will join us!
Submissions are due by Friday, September 29, 2023. Please visit the link in comments for detailed information.
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Watch a recording of the live September 15,
2023 Chestnut Chat webinar about Darling
58 regulatory updates.
TACF's Chief Conservation Officer Sara Fitzsimmons and SUNY ESF’s American Chestnut Research and Restoration Project Director Andy Newhouse, along with others, shared the latest updates about the current status of the Darling 58 transgenic American chestnut.
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