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Sourwood: An Apiforestation Story, Tammy Horn
Honey Bees: A History, Tammy Horn
Honey Bees: A History, Tammy Horn
Tammy Horn
Long known as the angels of agriculture, honey bees have received global attention due to losses attributed to a combination of factors: Colony Collapse Disorder, mites, deforestation and industrial agriculture. Honey bees provide pollination for crops, orchards and flowers; honey and wax for cosmetics, food and medicinal-religious objects; and inspiration to artists, architects and scientists.
Coal Country Beeworks: An Experiment In Apiforestation, Tammy Horn
Coal Country Beeworks: An Experiment In Apiforestation, Tammy Horn
Tammy Horn
The Coal Country Beeworks promotes a fundamental principle: diverse economies depend on diverse landscapes. In order for the colonial status of Appalachia to change, the unique mesophytic forests that existed prior to mining need to be reestablished so local people can be beekeepers, honey producers, queen rearers,scientists, etc. In this way,the two-tier economy that has defined Appalachia for the past hundred years can be diversified.