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The path of AHC hazelnuts starts on small farms across the Upper Midwest. After harvest, the nuts are shelled and sorted in Ashland, WI, and roasted, seasoned, pressed, and milled in Gays Mills, WI. The wild, Midwest genetics of our hazelnuts are part of what make them so small and tasty! While our roasted hazelnuts and HazelSnackers are made from 100% Midwest-grown hazelnuts, the hazelnut oil and flour are made with a blend of Midwest and Oregon nuts.
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Our Story |
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When most people picture the Midwest, they conjure images of corn and soy as far as the eye can see. But before there were farms, there were forests, and before there were plows, there were prairies! Forests, prairies, and the beautiful, vastly diverse transition zone between them: the oak savanna.
Some of the most nutritious and delicious foods come from this ecosystem. They have sustained people and animals alike for centuries while improving – not degrading – the health of our soil and waterways. The American hazelnut (Corylus americana) is one such superfood. |
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We're Making a Difference...Join Us
Something exciting is happening in agriculture right now. There is a movement afoot to build a new kind of agriculture, one that is based on perennial plants native to our region. Our role to play in this movement is growing hazelnuts to supply our customers with top quality products. Will you join us?
Together we can make new perennial crops a reality and bring healthy food, clean water, and thriving soils back to agriculture! Here are three ways to get involved:
Together we can make new perennial crops a reality and bring healthy food, clean water, and thriving soils back to agriculture! Here are three ways to get involved:
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1. Eat hazelnuts.
There really is no better way to support a new crop than by eating it....not hard to do when they taste great! Visit our recipe page for some great meal and cooking ideas and then visit our online store. |
2. Grow hazelnuts.
We are actively seeking growers to join our company and help our customers enjoy hazelnuts. Working together is how farmers make it happen...and have bushels of fun along the way. |
3. Contribute.
Consider making a donation to the Hazelnut Development Fund - our University partner in turning wild American hazelnuts into a crop we can be proud of. |
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