Hickory Harvest 2022 - May be Light!
Last year was an "on" year, so the trees were full. Because Hickory is a masting tree, every other year usually is a light harvest as the trees are retaining their energy for a fuller harvest the following year. The 2022 harvest may be a scare as 10% of last year's crop.
We'd also like to let you know we participate with the Wisconsin Hickory Association in elementary school presentations and fundraisers. Our presentations focus on the History of Hickory and traditional Native American uses...and we bring samples! In the Fall, we pay schools $.25 per pound for collected hickory nuts and bring samples and nuts for the children to plant. We hope the next several generations will enjoy the rebirth of this traditional rural farm family and Native American delicacy.