“Jodi Helmer, the North Carolina journalist and beekeeper who wrote the article for NPR, didn’t mention the overall decade-long decline of bees or colonies in the U.S., but estimated that 20 hives could mean nearly $15,000 per season, with plenty of time for other work on the side. “There are also opportunities to produce candles, lip balm and other wax products with additional training offered through the organization.” What a tragedy for the proud and productive miners, their communities and America.

Source: Good News Network