casualdadeqms t1_j2a8bdt wrote on December 30, 2022 at 7:42 PM

Reply to comment by Margali in Biotech chestnut tree poised to restore lost ecosystems and biodiversity — But it needs your help by Spiffydude98

That is amazing! I've yet to see an unmodified American Chestnut in person because of their *incredible* rarity and find myself jealous! The advice provided you entirely makes sense. The value of the wood probably plays a major role in why they keep the specific locations secret while trying to bring back the population. A single railroad tie of American Chestnut that is in great condition can go for tens of thousands of dollars. The "big" thing about American Chestnut? It stays in great condition for a really, really long time.

Margali t1_j2a93hr wrote on December 30, 2022 at 7:47 PM

I have a slight underground railroad going handing out nuts for people to grow - keeping them on the east coast and warning them they will have to use an arborist for the fungicide to keep them healthy.