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In a German forest, 2 brothers keep the ancient tradition of charcoal burning alive
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Matthias Schrader, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the charcoal production process and the Feldmer brothers' business are available from KSAT 12's source.
In eastern Germany, a traditional craft is being kept alive by two brothers. They are producing charcoal using a method that has been practiced for hundreds of years in the Harz mountain region. The charcoal is made in earthen kilns, where beech wood smolders for weeks to produce the charcoal.
The brothers, Immo and Sascha Feldmer, took over the family business from their father and continue to practice this ancient tradition. Further details about the charcoal production process and the Feldmer brothers' business are available from KSAT 12's source.
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Category: local Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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