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485: Cider as a Catalyst for Chile's Edible Forest

07.01.2026
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Carlos Flores is an architect, landscape designer, and co-founder of Punta de Fierro Fine Cider. At the 2025 CiderCon in Chicago he presented Carlos presented "Developing An Experimental Edible Forest in a Heritage Apple Orchard." - this episode features his full presentaiton and you will also find his audio synced with all the power point slides at the Cider Chat YouTube Channel.

Find full shownotes to this episode at https://ciderchat.com/podcast/485-chile-edible-forest-cider/

Intro to Cider Chat - news

Carlos Flores and the Edible Forest

The Rich History of Chilean Cider

Upcoming Cider Events and Tours

Carlos Flores' Journey and Vision

Creating the Edible Forest

Bees and Flowers

Meteorological Station and Climate Change

Community Involvement and Workshops

Greenhouse and New Trees

Summer School and Neighbor's Orchard

Building a Cider House

Biofilter and Water Management

Community Impact and Economic Development

Pruning and Tree Management

Future Plans and Experiments

Funding and Government Grants

Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Contact info for Carlos of Punta de Fierro Cider Mentions in this Cider Chat

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