Mercer County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024
| 1018 - Beekeeping | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1018.11) | 58 |
Number of beekeepers who used Extension resources (e.g. autoclave) in their production. |
| 1018.1) | 493 |
Number of beekeepers who increased their knowledge on establishing and maintaining hives, honey production, and marketing |
Success Stories
Beginning Beekeeping Series
Author: Jessica Bessin
Major Program: Beekeeping
Due to the growing interest in beekeeping and the increase in members to local bee clubs the Boyle and Mercer County Horticulture agents planned and hosted a Beginner Beekeeping course for their community. Comprised of four essential classes - Beekeeping 101, Starting a Hive, Seasonal Management, and Enemies of Bees. These courses were a collaborative effort involving local beekeepers, Extension Specialists from the University of Kentucky, Kentucky State University, and Kentucky's State Apia
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Beekeeping 2.0
Author: Jessica Bessin
Major Program: Beekeeping
The Beekeeping 2.0 educational class series, developed in response to community feedback following the initial Intro to Beekeeping series, has made a substantial impact on local beekeepers and pollinator enthusiasts. The advanced courses, including Catching a Swarm, Planting for Pollinators, Opening and Exploring a Hive, and Extracting Honey, provided participants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills essential for successful beekeeping. This curriculum, designed by Mercer and Boyle Count
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