Introduction To The Course

Familiarize yourself with The Bamboo U Online Platform and Community group.

Module 1. Bamboo as a Plant

This first module dives into bamboo anatomy. Here you will understand how the various components of the bamboo plant are vital in managing the overall health and well-being of the clump.

Module 2. Identifying your Bamboo

Here we explore bamboo taxonomy and how species are classified in both the tropical and subtropical regions of the globe. This module also highlights species that are utilized for furniture applications and building. Through this information, you will be able to discern which species are best suited to your context, especially if you intend on harvesting bamboo for construction purposes.

Module 3. Harvesting Bamboo

You’ll learn the best practices for harvesting bamboo. This includes identifying the age of your bamboo to ensure it is suitable for harvest and use. After this, we walk you through the step-by-step process of sustainably harvesting a bamboo pole from your clump.

Module 4. Managing Your Bamboo Clump

This module sets you up with methods for caring for your bamboo clumps. Through this information, you can ensure that the quality of bamboo for harvest is maintained without sacrificing yield, by employing clump care strategies and sustainable clump management strategies.

Module 5. Bamboo Agroforestry in the Big Picture

To wrap up the course learnings, this module looks at bamboo agroforestry on a social scale and how it can be used as a tool to support rural communities.