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Why You Should Be Hyped About Hazelnuts!

OCT 5, 202624 MIN

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If you think growing hazelnuts is just for Europe or the West Coast, think again. Turns out, we've got a wild, native variety right here in Wisconsin, and people are getting excited pretty excited about it. In this episode Amy heads out to Sheboygan County to find out why farmers and environmental advocates are so hyped about Wisconsin's hazelnuts. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Aaron Kolste, Wisconsin Hazelnut Farmer Resources for You: Upper Midwest Hazelnut Development Initiative Halelnuts Could Help Reshape Wisconsin's Agriculture (video) Climate Smart Crops