May 08, 2026 James Hamrick

Advancing American Elderberry Newsletter

Thanks to the University of Missouri and other invested institutions, American Elderberry growers, researchers, and wellness advocates are working ...

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May 01, 2026 James Hamrick

Veteran Berries Awarded Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund Grant to Expand Elderberry Production

Veteran Berries LLC., a veteran-owned agricultural business specializing in American elderberry products, has been selected as a 2026 recipient of ...

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March 20, 2026 James Hamrick

Boots-to-Roots | B2R Mission #004

It is our honor to introduce Blake Nelson, a 30-year firefighter with the Tuscaloosa, Alabama Fire Department, Station #04, and his wife Misty Nels...

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February 06, 2026 James Hamrick

Boots-to-Roots Program | B2R Mission #002

We're honored to introduce MSG Steven Davis, a member of the U.S. Army National Guard, and his wife Renae Davis, of Decatur, as the second recipien...

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January 15, 2026 James Hamrick

Frozen vs. Dried vs. Freeze-Dried Elderberries: How to Choose the Right One

Frozen, dried, and freeze-dried elderberries all come from the same plant—but they don’t behave the same once you start using them. The way elderbe...

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January 13, 2026 James Hamrick

Hamilton American Elderberry: A Habitat Tool for Daylight Deer Movement

Most hunters focus on food plots, but mature deer move in daylight for one reason—security. Hamilton American Elderberry is a native habitat tool d...

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January 08, 2026 James Hamrick

Why Hamilton Elderberry Drives Daylight Movement

The Hamilton American Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) is more than a berry plant — it’s a security structure. Hamilton is known for:• Dense, uprig...

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January 01, 2026 James Hamrick

Boots-to-Roots Program | B2R Mission #001

We’re honored to introduce Capt. Justin Estes, USAF (Ret.), the first recipient of our Boots-to-Roots (B2R) Program.

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December 21, 2025 James Hamrick

Are Elderberry Cuttings Worth It for Small Farms and Serious Growers?

Discover whether elderberry cuttings are the right choice for your farm. Learn about the benefits of starting with cuttings versus bare-root plants...

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