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recently watched a TV show that originated in revcentered onworCon yrreruJ yB the United Kingdom. The show ral life in England, and that particular episode exposed the many problems faced by beekeepers in Jerry Crownover farms that country with declining populations of bees, in Lawrence County. He beehives and honey production. Just as I have heard is a former professor of in this country, there are lots of different theories as Agriculture Education at to why the number of honey bees are declining, but Missouri State University, everyone agrees that they are – and drastically. and is an author and One beekeeper, who was suffering from a severe professional speaker. shortfall in his income, had devised an ingenious plan: To contact Jerry, go to For a one-time contribution of 360 Euros (about $370 ozarksfn.com and click U.S.), the farmer will install a new beehive at one of on ‘Contact Us.’ his locations, complete with your, or your company’s name or logo. He will also send you a framed certificate that acknowledges your commitment to helping increase England’s bee population. In addition, the donor will get regular social media updates, along with pictures of the hive that has been “adopted,” showing bees moving in and out of the new wooden hive that has the donor’s or company’s name prominently displayed. The patron will also have the chance to donate again next year. As you may or may not know, the United States’ population of beef cows is smaller than it has been in decades. Prolonged drought across much of the country, coupled with a retiring population of cattle producers, along with increased government regulations, have contributed to the drastic decline in beef cow numbers. For those who are genuinely concerned about the difficulties faced by today’s cattlemen and cattlewomen and want to contribute to helping perpetuate an industry that helped shape this great country, you can.
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