2 Million Blossoms - The Podcast

Keeping Bees in Cameroon with Dr. Mazi Sanda (029)


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In this episode, host Dr. Kirsten Traynor welcomes bee scientist Dr. Mazi Sanda from Cameroon. Dr. Sanda, who currently resides in Germany as part of the PLAN4BEE project, shares his journey into the world of bees, starting from his childhood fascination with insects to his professional research at the University of Ngaoundere. He provides a captivating overview of beekeeping traditions in Cameroon, discussing the prevalent use of traditional woven hives and the gradual shift towards modern Kenyan Top Bar Hives.

Dr. Sanda delves into the rich diversity of honey flavors and the challenges faced by Cameroonian beekeepers, including habitat loss, agricultural intensification, and predation by honey badgers. He also highlights the unique cultural relationship between humans and the greater honeyguide bird, a tradition that is now fading.

This episode offers listeners a deep dive into the practices, challenges, and cultural aspects of beekeeping in Cameroon, underscoring the importance of preserving these traditions and supporting local beekeepers.

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Thanks to Betterbee for sponsoring today's episode. Betterbee’s mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com

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Music: Original 2 Million Blossoms Theme, by Oscar Morante / Mooi Studios; Guitar music by Jeffrey Ott; Faraday by BeGun;

2 Million Blossoms - The Podcast is a joint audio production of Protect Our Pollinators, LLC and Growing Planet Media, LLC

Copyright © 2024 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

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