About Us - Your Trusted Source for Buying Fresh Chestnuts

Harrison California Chestnuts

We are the Harrison Family, proud stewards of Harrison's California Chestnuts orchard, nestled in the heart of Gridley, California. Our business began with the vision of the late Paul Harrison and his wife Sandy, dedicated farmers who were committed to sustainability. Today, along with Sandy (affectionately known as Grammy), their family carries forward this vision with unwavering passion, making this endeavor a true labor of love passed down through generations.

We're Nuts about Chestnuts!

Our Commitment

Thriving in the fertile river loam soil of the Feather River Basin, our chestnut trees consistently yield exquisite, farm-direct chestnuts for our customers year after year. Our commitment to quality ensures that the chestnuts you receive are fresh and sweet. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we have become a trusted source for premium chestnuts in California.

Why Choose Us

Our tree-to-table approach ensures you receive chestnuts directly from our trees to your table. We pride ourselves on sustainability and quality, ensuring that every step of our process—from cultivation to packaging—reflects our dedication to excellence. When you choose Harrison's California Chestnuts, you're not just buying chestnuts; you're investing in a tradition of quality and supporting a small, family-owned farm.

In the Press

Excerpt from article: Sandy Harrison of Harrison’s California Chestnuts invited me into her oasis of chestnut shade in Gridley, where she cultivates Colossal, Nevada, and Silverleaf chestnuts, all Euro-Japanese hybrids.
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Excerpt from article: There’s relatively little guidance on chestnut farming in the United States, but when Paul and Sandy Harrison got close to retirement, they stumbled upon a small ad in the San Francisco Chronicle promoting a 13-acre farm for sale in Gridley that was at “the end of the road.”
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Excerpt from article: Chestnuts roasting on an open fire? ’Tis the season … but which season? In California, chestnut season is in the fall, so don’t wait until winter to satisfy your chestnut craving or curiosity.
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It's not all work and no play... buzzing around can be all out Nuts!

Thank you for supporting our family business and enjoying the fruits of our labor. We look forward to sharing our fresh sweet chestnuts with you!