Alternatives to Beekeeping invites readers to rethink traditional approaches to pollinator support and explore more inclusive, place-based ways to care for local ecosystems.
Published by Microcosm Publishing, this zine makes a thoughtful case for looking beyond non-native honeybees and focusing instead on supporting native pollinators and other at-risk insects. Nature writer and wildflower farmer Emma Alice Johnson explains why honeybees aren’t always the best choice for every environment—and offers practical, accessible alternatives rooted in ecological resilience.
Inside, readers will find ideas and approaches suited to a range of goals, from personal hobbies and small-scale projects to improving habitat and biodiversity in everyday spaces. The zine emphasizes observation, intention, and working with local systems rather than against them.
A great read for gardeners, educators, conservation-minded folks, and anyone interested in pollinators, native plants, and thoughtful environmental stewardship.
