Extension
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| 1018 - Bees/Beekeeping | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1018.1) | 110 |
Number of producers who incorporated best practices recommended by Extension |
Author: Roger Mollette
Major Program: Bees/Beekeeping
The concern for the loss of honey bees in Kentucky prompted the Martin County Agriculture Advisory Council to organize a group of leaders to form the Martin County Beekeepers Association. The group is not only active in replenishing the honeybee population, but now have become very active in honeybee research.The end results of this research sponsored by NASA will not only affect the county but the state and nation as this information gathered will help discover the answer to the cause of
Author: Roger Mollette
Major Program: Bees/Beekeeping
The Big Sandy Federal Prison Administration requested assistance from the Martin County Extension Service to offer classes relating to beginning Beekeeping and gardening.The initial visit conducted by the Agent and President of the local beekeepers group consisted of selecting a site for the Bee Yard, as well as taking soil samples for the garden plot.The Small Farm Specialist from Kentucky State University was contacted to assist with beginning classes in beekeeping and gardening. The cla
