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Bamboo: The Viable Alternative

Bamboo: The Viable Alternative

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...
New Bamboo Undies from Boody Wear

New Bamboo Undies from Boody Wear

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...
Bamboo Clothing and Textiles: Viscose and beyond

Bamboo Clothing and Textiles: Viscose and beyond

May 13, 2022 | Bamboo Industry, Bamboo Products, Bambu Batu

Ever since I crafted my first set of nunchucks in junior high school, I’ve been in love with bamboo. This woody grass has a simple elegance to it. It grows faster than anything, and you can make anything out of it. I gradually outgrew my Bruce Lee phase — more...
Moso Bamboo: The King of Grasses

Moso Bamboo: The King of Grasses

Apr 27, 2022 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Products, Bamboo Species

When people talk about bamboo, they often speak in hyperbole, describing the plant’s astronomical growth rate and its mind-boggling variety of uses. In fact, there are some 1,500 different species and cultivars of bamboo with an enormous range of qualities and...
Where to find bamboo in California

Where to find bamboo in California

Nov 18, 2021 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Products, Featured Posts, Worldwide

Whether you’re looking for live bamboo for the garden, or finished bamboo products for your wardrobe, you will find plenty of options in California. The Golden State’s climate is favorable for growing almost anything, including many of the subtropical...
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As a writer and consultant, Fred is a leading voice in the world of bamboo. He’s been working in the industry since 2006 and has a network that spans all 6 continents. He’s currently consulting on bamboo projects in Thailand, India, Kenya, and beyond.

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