While this article does not specifically mention bamboo, it foes address deforestation.
This biggest problem with bamboo is the way that it is typically farmed. Due to increasing popularity, large areas of land are being cleared to be planted with bamboo. This can lead to the displacement of wildlife and a decrease in the biodiversity of existing ecosystems.When bamboo is planted as a crop it’s also often done so as a monoculture. This means only bamboo is planted and all other varieties are removed.
Monocultures create problems for fungi, bacteria, insects and other smaller animals who rely on a diverse ecosystem for nutrition and habitat.
The above article that is referenced below is very comprehensive. Please read more than I have copied above.
This article is long, so that is enough for today. I have read families are forced to give up their gardens they grow as a family and cannot get what they need from forests because they are forced by the government with few economic incentives.
I always get excited about bamboo items, like the toothbrushes. In the end, I decide to avoid bamboo for the sake of the planet and its occupants.
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Today, we were going to Cullman for two events I did not want to miss. However, when I heard Tommy up at about 7:30, I told him to call at 9 and say we would not be there. Finally, I got to sleep about 9 am.
We went to pick up the three store ads, and there is nothing really good to buy. We stopped at the farmer's market and bought white-fleshed peaches and a little watermelon, the one-person size. We can get it to house, on counter, sliced, and stored. I really want a large one that has sat in the sun and is nice and warm to eat.
The casserole last night was bland because I forgot to add seasoning. I was trying to rescue the food from what Tommy was doing and not doing. I ate mine still needing flavor. He salted his. Tonight, I added garlic powder and garlic powder, and mine was very tasty.
While I was at it, I made herb butter after dinner'. To butter, I added herbs, mashed it, mixed it, and now it is sitting to meld and for Tommy to try. I can add another TBSP of butter or more herbs. It is too spicy for Tommy, so I will add another half-stick of butter. When it is right, I will publish my recipe.
How do you flavor butter?
What are your thoughts on bamboo?
