Training on Beekeeping at Myrdon Nongbah, Umsning. block, Ri-Bhoi District Training Center (batch-3) conducted by MFEC in collaboration with NECTAR under PMKVY schemes 4.0.
Session:
Modernisation of Beekeeping: While most farmers in Meghalaya still rely on traditional beekeeping, which is still insufficient and not particularly hygienic, modern beekeeping techniques can help farmers make more money and add more value to their operations. The management of the colonies is thus covered in the session, which is crucial for farmers. How to protect bee colonies from extreme heat by ensuring appropriate shading with trees or by artificial methods like gunny bags, etc. as well as the use of a Queen Bee Excluder to ensure quality of Honey.
