About this episode
Adam Koziol of Earthgen Tree Nursery in Ontario explains why hazelnut trees are becoming increasingly popular both in the home garden and as a cash crop. He also discusses how the trees can be inoculated so that they produce valuable truffles as well as nuts. Also check out a pair of adjustable grip Corona Flexdial hand pruners (valued at $35.00) . Watch the video version of the podcast here . The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website http://www.orchardpeople.com . Formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show, from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, we have grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of our monthly guests, organizations, and audience from around the world. We offer something for everyone to support your fruit tree care journey, whether you prefer to learn through listening, watching, and/or reading. RADIO SHOW and PODCAST - FOUR WAYS TO TUNE IN Join our live show on the last Tuesday of every month at 1:00 PM ET and submit your questions and comments! Can’t make it live? No worries – catch the podcast later. Here’s how: Live Audio: Listen on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM on Tuesday Live Video: Watch live on the Orchard People YouTube Channel at 1:00 PM on Tuesday Audio Podcast: Download the podcast after the show Video Podcast: Watch the recorded video on our YouTube Podcast Playlist NEWSLETTER Do you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically, and beyond? Sign up for the free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/ PREMIUM EDUCATION For premium fruit tree care education, visit https://learn.orchardpeople.com/ if you are ready to dig deeper and further your relationship with your fruit trees. CONNECT AND GROW WITH US You can also connect with us in the various communities listed below in the footer! Let’s grow together. (00:00) - Introduction and Welcome (01:52) - Hazelnut Trees and Truffles: A Perfect Pair (04:24) - Growing Hazelnut Trees: Tips and Techniques (06:28) - Truffle Inoculation Process (08:17) - Challenges and Successes in Truffle Cultivation (12:06) - Q&A: Hazelnut Tree Planting and Care (13:36) - Propagation Methods for Hazelnut Trees (16:13) - Pollination and Cultivar Compatibility (17:03) - Commercial Hazelnut and Truffle Farming (23:29) - Cultivars and Disease Resistance (25:30) - Exploring Hazelnut Cultivars (25:57) - Developing New Hazelnut Varieties (27:26) - Cultivar Recommendations and Shipping (31:44) - Soil Preparation and Planting Tips (36:56) - Challenges and Solutions for Hazelnut Growers (37:49) - The Journey into Hazelnut Farming (39:24) - Truffle Cultivation with Hazelnuts (42:12) - Practical Demonstration and Final Thoughts