Honey Hunters and Beekeepers of Tamil Nadu

Title: Honey Hunters and Beekeepers of Tamil Nadu
Description: The document presents a survey on honey hunters and beekeepers in Tamil Nadu, highlighting the significance of these activities in rural development and the sustainable use of natural resources. It discusses the traditional practices of various tribal groups engaged in honey hunting and beekeeping, emphasizing their cultural connections and the challenges they face due to modernization, land use changes, and economic pressures. The document details the ecological and socio-economic implications of these practices, noting the importance of indigenous bees and the impact of external factors on the livelihoods of these communities. It also addresses the need for appropriate technology and management strategies to support tribal beekeepers while preserving their cultural heritage and ecological balance.

Primary survey of TN Honey hunters.
16 tribal communities and surveyed 11 hill areas
To see the status of beekeeping and honey hunting skills and issues related to bees and the environment
Date Created: 1994
Has Part: Physical albums of honey hunters survey (3 parts) - 1 digitised.
Contributor: Pratim Roy, Snehlata Nath, Mathew John, Robert Leo
Publisher: HADP Nilgiris district, TN (2001)
Spatial Coverage: Tamil Nadu
Rights Holder: Keystone Foundation
funded by: Independently funded