Sam Bonney is approaching the New England orchard with fresh eyes, doggedly pursuing sustainable intensification of fruit and nut crops in a challenging and changing climate. They are passionate about plant breeding, building habitat on working landscapes, and forever learning the mystical art of pruning.Follow my blog for more about what I’m working on: quiveringtwig.substack.com
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OrchardistBreadtree Farms Sep 2023 - PresentSalem, New York, United States -
Field OperationsBreadtree Farms Apr 2021 - Sep 2023 -
Independent ConsultantQuivering Twig Horticulture Jan 2022 - Present
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HorticulturistPerfect Circle Farm Jan 2022 - Aug 2023Berlin, Vermont, United StatesCollected, propagated, and managed a vast collection of tree crops including but not limited to chestnuts, hickories, walnuts, oaks, persimmons, mulberries, and pawpaws. Developed a deep understanding of both bare root and containerized tree growing, grafting techniques, greenhouse management, as well as tree crop breeding through mass selection and keen observation. Traveled throughout the Northeast to collect seed and scions from both individual wild trees as well as historic orchards and nurseries, many of which have been abandoned and are now under threat of development.
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Orchard Project ManagerChamplain Orchards Jun 2021 - Nov 2021Shoreham, Vermont, United States -
Orchard AssistantChamplain Orchards Feb 2021 - Jun 2021Shoreham, Vermont, United StatesManaged 350 acres of Eco certified apple, pear, and stone fruit production, including over 150 varieties of apple and a number of training systems, from free standing modified central leader to multi-leader trellised fruiting walls. Oversaw pruning, crop load management, and integrated pest management, taking over insect monitoring responsibilities for all orchards. Executed a fertigation program for newly established orchard blocks as well as an in-house nursery. Maintained records for all spraying in compliance with Eco certification, and even helped install infrastructure for a 1500 tap sugarbush! -
FarmerEssex Farm Csa Sep 2020 - Feb 2021Essex County, New York, United StatesTransplanted, cultivated, and harvested a diverse assortment of vegetables as part of a year-round, full-diet CSA program operating on 2000 acres. Coordinated and executed bulk harvests of storage crops within restricted time windows. Managed front-of-house activities, logistically and physically navigating the transport of produce, dairy, meat, and value-added products from storage facilities to both local and long-distance CSA members. Produced value-added products in collaboration with the local community food hub.
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Orchard ApprenticeTree House Brewing Company Apr 2020 - Aug 2020Woodstock, Connecticut, United StatesManaged 60 acres of apple, pear, and stone fruit orchard consisting of both newly established semi-dwarf trees and venerable, century-old standards. Planted, pruned, grafted, and maintained trees, monitoring for and treating disease. Established and maintained a diverse collection of berry producing shrubs, including blueberries, currants, gooseberries, blackberries, and raspberries. Constructed trellising for grape vines and kiwifruit. -
Corp MemberAmerican Conservation Experience Oct 2019 - Mar 2020Flagstaff, Arizona, United StatesParticipated in environmental restoration projects throughout Arizona’s public lands. Developed skills in dry-stone masonry, trail building, timber felling, and tool maintenance and repair. Performed in small teams and lived on-site, camping in wilderness areas. Assisted with crew leader activities and participated in leadership training as part of the selective ACE Leadership Development Program. Gained Wilderness First Aid certification and NWCG S-212 equivalent chainsaw training. -
Corridor InternNyc Department Of Parks & Recreation Jun 2019 - Aug 2019New York, New York, United StatesDevised street tree planting plans for major roadways in New York City. Designs responded directly to climate disruption, utilizing data from sources such as Hurricane Sandy flood zone mapping and the HVI or Heat Vulnerability Index. Plans were intended to increase diversity and resilience in the urban ecology. -
Shop HandCity Bench Dec 2017 - Nov 2018Higganum, ConnecticutBuilt fine furniture using sustainably-sourced urban street trees. Worked in an intimate workshop setting, gaining proficiency with tools ranging from the smallest chisels to portable sawmills.
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Construction LaborerGasbarro Building And Design Jun 2013 - Aug 2017Barrington, Rhode IslandPracticed various elements of residential construction including demolition and basic carpentry.
Sam Bonney Skills
Sam Bonney Education Details
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Industrial And Product Design -
Barrington High School
Frequently Asked Questions about Sam Bonney
What company does Sam Bonney work for?
Sam Bonney works for Breadtree Farms
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Sam Bonney's current role is Orchardist at Breadtree Farms.
What schools did Sam Bonney attend?
Sam Bonney attended Pratt Institute, Barrington High School.
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Sam Bonney has skills like Woodworking, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Illustrator, Solidworks.
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