Beehive and Honey Losses Caused by Bush burning in Adjumani District, Uganda

This paper seeks to quantify numbers of beehives and honey losses together with economic losses accruing annually to beekeepers from the rampant bush burning. The hope is that government agencies can counter any breakdown in livelihood strategies and improve the quality of life of the beekeepers. En...

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Published in:Bee world 2013-01, Vol.90 (2), p.33-35
Main Authors: Chemurot, Moses, Kasangaki, Patrice, Francis, Ojja, Sande, Eric, Isabirye-Basuta, Gilbert
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:This paper seeks to quantify numbers of beehives and honey losses together with economic losses accruing annually to beekeepers from the rampant bush burning. The hope is that government agencies can counter any breakdown in livelihood strategies and improve the quality of life of the beekeepers. Environmental degradation caused by burning and roaming of livestock in search for pasture is clearly evident. If these things can be controlled, there is great potential for increased honey production, household incomes and increased local revenue.
ISSN:0005-772X
2376-7618
DOI:10.1080/0005772X.2013.11417529