THE BAMBOO U PODCAST

EPISODE 9

BAMBOO FARMS IN EUROPE

with Dr. Hans Friederich

EPISODE 9

BAMBOO FARMS IN EUROPE

with Dr. Hans Friederich

Learn more about bamboo

Learn more about bamboo

Treating Bamboo in

Your Backyard

Bamboo is susceptible to insects like termites, borers, the powderpost beetle, and even fungi. If not treated properly, bamboo products and structures will only last a few years before they are eaten to dust. But don’t get discouraged, there are many ways in which bamboo can be treated. In this article, we are going to talk about a special low-tech treatment option, the Vertical Soak Diffusion, or VSD.

Learn more about bamboo

Learn more about bamboo

Treating Bamboo in

Your Backyard

Bamboo is susceptible to insects like termites, borers, the powderpost beetle, and even fungi. If not treated properly, bamboo products and structures will only last a few years before they are eaten to dust. But don’t get discouraged, there are many ways in which bamboo can be treated. In this article, we are going to talk about a special low-tech treatment option, the Vertical Soak Diffusion, or VSD.

Dr. Friederich is planting Europe's first bamboo farm in southern Portugal. He says it could be the beginning of the bamboo industry in the region. Europe is one of the largest markets for bamboo products in the world and the demand for bamboo is growing. Although bamboo is not a native species, there are a few potential benefits to European bamboo farms. This includes fighting climate change, boosting local economies, and supporting the next generation of European farmers. Listen in to learn more.

EPISODE NOTES

This episode was recorded in Gozo, Malta in Dr. Friederich's home.

Click here for Dr. Hans Friederich's blog.

Click here for the Bamboo European Plantation Program

Click here for the World Bamboo Organization.

Click here for International Bamboo and Rattan Organisation.

Learn more about bamboo

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EPISODE NOTES

Dr. Friederich is planting Europe's first bamboo farm in southern Portugal. He says it could be the beginning of the bamboo industry in the region. Europe is one of the largest markets for bamboo products in the world and the demand for bamboo is growing. Although bamboo is not a native species, there are a few potential benefits to European bamboo farms. This includes fighting climate change, boosting local economies, and supporting the next generation of European farmers. Listen in to learn more.

Learn more about bamboo

Treating Bamboo in

Your Backyard

Bamboo is susceptible to insects like termites, borers, the powderpost beetle, and even fungi. If not treated properly, bamboo products and structures will only last a few years before they are eaten to dust. But don’t get discouraged, there are many ways in which bamboo can be treated. In this article, we are going to talk about a special low-tech treatment option, the Vertical Soak Diffusion, or VSD.

ONLINE AND IN-PERSON COURSES AND WORKSHOPS

in collaboration with IBUKU

Bamboo U-niversity: Embrace bamboo's potential! Experience a one-of-a-kind education in creativity, design, carpentry, engineering, and forestry. Join us in Bali or learn remotely from home.

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