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Moses Quinby

American beekeeping pioneer (1810-1875) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 65

Moses Quinby was an American beekeeper from the State of New York. He is remembered as the father of practical beekeeping and the father of commercial beekeeping in America. He is best known as the inventor of the bee smoker with bellows. He was the author of numerous articles and several books on beekeeping.

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1810 to 1875 · aged 65