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Posted September 23, 2021

Ohio Chapter  Grant Applications due October 30, 2021

Grants are available for up to $1000 for any project or plan furthering the American Chestnut by planting, education, or another manner.  These grants are available to any people or organizations who would be interested in doing a project with chestnuts.  For further information contact one of the board members.  To apply for a grant fill out and submit application form.

Posted September 23, 2021

September 11, 2021  Annual Meeting of the Ohio Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation 

The annual meeting was held virtually via ZOOM.  President Carolyn Keiffer told the membership she is retiring from Miami University at the end of the year and the presidency of the Ohio Chapter.  Thank you Carolyn for all you have done at the National and State level.  We hope you will continue to be an active member and sharing your knowledge.  Stephen Rist is the new president.  Complete list of officers and board members.

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Chestnut shortbread, anyone? In the latest issue of Chestnut magazine, staff member Angus shares his recipe for shortbread topped with black walnut spread. Watch the full recipe video on YouTube and see it in print in our members-only magazine!

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These beautiful backcross seedlings from TACF's Meadowview Research Farms are hanging out in our Asheville office looking pretty in the sunlight. ... See MoreSee Less

These beautiful backcross seedlings from TACFs Meadowview Research Farms are hanging out in our Asheville office looking pretty in the sunlight.Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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I sent a membership in and have heard nothing back, did you steal my money?

Chestnut season may be winding down, but the thrill of finding these hidden treasures never gets old. ... See MoreSee Less

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Will Chestnut trees grow in the North?

I have several chestnut trees on my farm and they produce every year. I know the wildlife loves them. 

Wish mine would start producing

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🎃 From all of us at Meadowview Research Farms, have a spook-tacular Halloween! May your night be free of blight and all things weevil (not evil!)—and full of chestnut cheer. 🌰👻 We’re brewing up serious science in our cauldrons to bring the American chestnut back from the dead—no tricks, just treats for the next forest! 🌳🧪 #HappyHalloween #ChestnutRestoration ... See MoreSee Less

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