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- Website: https://puntadefierro.cl
- Listen to Episode 421: Explore the Rich History of Chilean Cider w/Punta de Fierro
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