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Afghanistan: Poppy Cultivation drops, Beekeeping becomes popular source of income

Posted on August 10, 2011 by

Afghanistan is benefiting from a concerted effort to promote beekeeping. In fact, if this video is to be believed, beekeeping may be a key tool in eradicating opium poppy farming. With Afghan officials reporting a 15% drop in opium farming … Continue reading →

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