The Experimental Field for Nut Crops in Maribor is a part of the Biotechnical faculty (University of Ljubljana). Research and professional work and knowledge transfer to students and to practice take place on a 4 ha large Experimental field for nut crops in Maribor. As part of the testing and introduction of new cultivars, we maintain and regularly upgrade collections, which include over 90 walnut, 66 hazelnut, and 12 chestnut cultivars. An important part of our work is the breeding of new domestic cultivars of walnuts and chestnuts, as well as the research in the field of tree architecture, orchard management and plant protection measures. The acquired knowledge is crucial for the intensive spreading of nut crops in Slovenia. We regularly put it into practice through the Slovenian Professional Association of Nut Growers, which unites most of the nuts' producers in our country. At the Experimental Field, we also maintain extensive mother plantations of walnut, hazelnut, and chestnut, providing nurseries with material for plant propagation.

We also market seedlings, both our own and those of our cooperating partners and nurseries. All seedlings are above average standard and have a strong root system, which is the key to building a quality orchard that fruits quickly and consistently. We supply planting material mainly to larger growers in Slovenia and neighbouring countries, but small customers can also be easily supplied with seedlings.

All other information about the Faculty of Biotechnology, including the list of employees, departments and other information, can be found at: https://www.bf.uni-lj.si/en/ https://www.bf.uni-lj.si/sl/