Nelson County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021
| 1018 - Beekeeping | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1018.1) | 100 |
Number of beekeepers who increased their knowledge on establishing and maintaining hives, honey production, and marketing |
| 1018.11) | 85 |
Number of beekeepers who used Extension resources (e.g. autoclave) in their production. |
Success Stories
Beekeeping doesn't stop
Author: Robert Smith
Major Program: Beekeeping
Beekeeping in Nelson County has been embraced by many in our community for generations. Some seek it as a hobby and some look at it as a viable way for additional on-farm income. Either way, the Nelson County Bee club can help you learn more about the art and science of keeping bees.In the fall of 2012, a group of interested beekeepers with varying backgrounds began talking about the formation of a bee club to help disseminate information and to learn from one another. In December of 2012, the f
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