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E18: Monika Shukla on Bee-ing the Change | The Humble Bee

E18: Monika Shukla on Bee-ing the Change | The Humble Bee

Update: 2025-08-29
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In this episode of Oh Crop!, host Kat Morgan sits down with Monika Shukla, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Humble Bee, a social enterprise revolutionizing beekeeping in rural India.

Monika shares her inspiring journey and vision to empower smallholder farmers and women through a powerful social enterprise model. The conversation highlights how the introduction of a beehive fundamentally changes a farmer's life, not just by providing an additional income stream but also by increasing land productivity and empowering women with a new leadership role.

This episode explores the often-overlooked connection between pollinators and a resilient global food future. You will also learn why investing in bees is a crucial part of our shared food future and the surprising truth about honey as a functional food.

To learn more about Humble Bee, visit their website here.

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E18: Monika Shukla on Bee-ing the Change | The Humble Bee

E18: Monika Shukla on Bee-ing the Change | The Humble Bee

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