Mercer County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2021 - Jun 30, 2022
| 1018 - Beekeeping | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1018.11) | 324 |
Number of beekeepers who used Extension resources (e.g. autoclave) in their production. |
| 1018.1) | 324 |
Number of beekeepers who increased their knowledge on establishing and maintaining hives, honey production, and marketing |
Success Stories
Fort Harrod Beekeeping
Author: Jessica Bessin
Major Program: Beekeeping
As the popularity of beekeeping continues to grow the Fort Harrod Beekeeping club has been there to help the residents of Mercer County and those other counties that surround it.The Fort Harrod Beekeeping club started in the winter of 2015 by the Mercer County Horticulture agent. The club initially had only 10 members and now has grown to around 50. The club meets monthly for a short business meeting followed by a speaker or activity. Members of the club receive access to a variety of equipment
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- Acting Associate Dean & Director — Craig Wood, Ph.D.
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- Lexington, KY 40546-0091
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