The American chestnut is a singular, iconic tree of the eastern United States. It was majestic, supported animals that lived under it and provided valuable timber.

Scientists have a plan to restore the nearly extinct American chestnut to its abundant glory, and they need New York City residents’ help. The New York Restoration Project has launched an effort to ...

Chestnut trees reveal the lasting impact of the Roman Empire on Europe’s landscape, showing how Romans shaped forestry across the continent.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There’s an old holiday tradition in the U.S. that's become increasingly harder to celebrate: fire-roasted chestnuts. Thanks to an ...

Chestnuts, once a staple in the American kitchen, especially among indigenous people, have all but disappeared. Yet, there are signs that chestnuts are reemerging as local and regional farmers are ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a quiet stretch of western Massachusetts stands a sycamore so old it was around when the Constitution was signed. It’s awe-inspiring, with branches bigger than the entire trunks ...