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Title
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Log hives of Sorag_1996 September- October _Beekeeping & Development
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Description
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The document discusses sustainable beekeeping practices in a village in the Pindar Valley, Uttar Pradesh, India, where local farmers use log hives made from hollowed-out logs of native trees to keep Indian hive bees (Apis cerana). These log hives, which are cost-effective and constructed from local materials, provide excellent insulation against cold temperatures, allowing large bee colonies to thrive during harsh winters. Honey is harvested twice a year, primarily for personal use rather than sale, while wax is typically discarded. The article emphasizes the advantages of this traditional beekeeping method, including the ease of passing down knowledge through generations and the hives' resemblance to natural nesting sites, highlighting a sustainable approach to beekeeping that aligns with local environmental conditions.
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Contributor
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keystone foundation
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Creator
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Eco- development Initiatives
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Date
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Sep-Oct 1996
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Format
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.pdf
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Language
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English
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Publisher
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Keystone Foundation
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Rights
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Public
