2025 Festival Rewind: Speaker Talks & Stories

Watch, Learn, and Celebrate pawpaws in Paw Paw! Relive the heart of the 2025 Pawpaw Festival with full-length videos from our incredible lineup of speakers. From pawpaw growers and Appalachian storytellers to food innovators and community leaders, each talk offers a unique perspective on the fruit, the region, and the magic of Paw Paw.

Whether you missed a session or want to revisit your favorite moments, this archive brings the festival’s spirit to life—one voice at a time.

Dive Deep into the World of Pawpaws

The 2025 Pawpaw Festival brought together leading voices in pawpaw cultivation, breeding, and innovation. These exclusive video presentations offer a rare look into the science, stories, and strategies behind North America’s largest native fruit.

Whether you’re a backyard enthusiast or a commercial grower, these videos are packed with fruit-focused knowledge to help you grow, taste, and celebrate the pawpaw like never before.

First up is For the Love of Pawpaws: From Seed to Table with author, Michael Judd

Next, David Abruzzi gives us a “Walking Tour” of Paw Paw with no walking required!!

After all that walking, let’s join Rodney Dever and learn about “The Ketter Pawpaw Story”

Agroforestry for a Resilient Appalachia – Greg Sherbert