Jan 27, 2023 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species, Bambu Batu, Green Living
By now you’ve probably heard a thing or two about the many virtues of bamboo: its versatility, its sustainability, and its indispensability. And you’ve no doubt admired its beauty, as it flourishes among pagodas in Japanese gardens, on the patios of Thai...
Nov 16, 2022 | Bamboo Industry, Bamboo Products, Bambu Batu, Green Living
NOTE: The following story was written by me, Fred Hornaday, in May 2007, as a publicity piece for Bambu Batu. At that time it appeared in a number of local publications. We re-published the article in November 2022 for nostalgic purposes. Suddenly it seems like...
Sep 7, 2022 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Products, Bambu Batu
Back when I was running a bamboo boutique, this would happen two or three times a week. A customer walks into the store with a look of determination on his or her face and asks if we sell any “actual bamboo”. Now, I have a thorough appreciation for a...
Jun 24, 2022 | Bamboo Products, Bambu Batu, Health & Nutrition
Bamboo is the grass that just keeps on giving. Now, in addition to food, shelter and clothing, this magnificent plant can also provide us with a healthy buzz. If you are searching for something new and exotic to spice up your happy hour, you need look no further...
Jun 10, 2022 | Bamboo Products, Bambu Batu, Natural Fibers
NOTE: This article first appeared in February 2016, most recently updated in June 2022. To make shopping easier, we have included some affiliate links. That means if you follow the link and make a purchase, we might earn a small commission, at no additional cost to...
Jun 1, 2022 | Alternative Lifestyle, Bamboo Products, Bambu Batu
NOTE: This article originally appeared in 2012, last revised in 2021. It’s remarkable how much has changed in that short time, but clearly, we were on the right side of history with this one. It was unfortunate that the COVID-19 lockdowns, starting in spring...
