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New Book - Natural Beekeeping, Organic Approaches to Modern Apiculture 29/01/09 Natural Beekeeping. Organic Approaches to Modern Apiculture
Ross Conrad USA 246 pages Paperback Beekeepers face unprecedented challenges, a fact that is now front page news with the spread of ‘colony collapse disorder’. Newly introduced pests like the Varroa mite have made chemical treatment of hives standard practice, but pest resistance is building, which in turn creates demand for new and even more toxic chemicals. In fact, there is evidence that chemical treatments are making matters worse. Natural Beekeeping offers a holistic, sensible alternative to conventional chemical practices with a program of natural hive management. Ross Conrad brings together the best ‘do no harm’ strategies for honeybees healthy and productive with nontoxic methods of controlling mites, eliminating American foulbrood disease, selective breeding for naturally resistant bees, and many other tips and techniques. Detailed management techniques are covered in a thoughtful, matter of fact way. Ross Conrad learned his craft from the late Charles Mraz, world-renowned beekeeper and founder of Champlain Valley Apiaries in Vermont. Former president of the Vermont Beekeepers Association, Conrad has written numerous articles on organic farming, natural healing, and health issues. His market-garden business, Dancing Bee Gardens, supplies local stores with fruits, vegetables, and honey.
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