KTCC is hiring a part-time Processing Manager in the Oley Valley, PA!
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Nurturing Nature, Sharing Success
Keystone Tree Crops Cooperative (KTCC) is uniting Mid-Atlantic tree crop growers, gatherers, processors, distributors, and enjoyers in common cause and mutual benefit.
Our Co-op
Keystone Tree Crops Cooperative (KTCC) is a nonprofit agricultural cooperative. We are primarily nut growers and gatherers distributed across Pennsylvania (and surrounding states). We are developing cooperatively-owned supply chains for value-added food products derived from specialty tree crops.
Our Mission
Our mission is to support equitable tree-based livelihoods. We achieve this through creating mutually-beneficial relationships, organizing harvest activities, and providing processing and distribution capacity for our members.
Our Context
Forests call for long-term vision. We acknowledge and thank those before us: the generations of people, trees, and diverse forest communities who have carried the torch forward. We work with grief for environmental loss and dehumanizing histories, aiming to learn and do better.
We work for future generations, doing what we can in the present to grow opportunities for mutualism and healthy ways of life decades and centuries from now.
“And if this is your work too, we work together.”
Community Empowerment
We empower the tree crop community by connecting interested parties and sharing the resources.
Regenerative Practices
We aim for our work to be regenerative and strengthen the ecosystem.
Quality & Excellence
We strive to achieve high standards in nut production and processing.
Fair Trade & Transparency
We are committed to ethical practices and open and fair pricing models.
KTCC Membership
Membership is for individuals and organizations who want to support and benefit from a values-driven, regenerative agroforestry network. Members gain access to shared resources, marketing opportunities, and a voice in co-op decisions. Members help build a more resilient and equitable food system from the ground up.
All member classes enjoy these key benefits.
Every member taps into a vibrant network of experts, sharing insights, gear, and support.
Potentially can rent top-notch equipment at low fees
Get coordinated labor support for harvests and key projects.
Enjoy priority access to educational and training programs.
Producer Member
Worker Member
Worker members may perform a variety of roles including: processing, transporting, administrative tasks, marketing, and education.
The Worker class is still in development by the co-op. Keep your eyes out or help us develop!
Wholesaler Member
Wholesaler members will be buyers of KTCC’s products who have priority access to our educational and training programs.
The Wholesaler class is still in development by the co-op. Keep your eyes out or help us develop!
If you’d like more information about membership, including the crops and products we’re working with, products that are being explored, responsibilities and benefits of membership, and other information, please contact Bern.
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Get Involved
Join us in growing a regenerative food system rooted in cooperation, equity, and community. Whether you’re a member, supporter, volunteer, donor, or business partner, there are many ways to contribute to the mission of Keystone Tree Crop Cooperative. Your involvement helps us empower our members and fertilize local food systems.