Estill County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018





1018 - Bees/Beekeeping
1018.1) 83

Number of producers who incorporated best practices recommended by Extension



Success Stories

Eastern Bluegrass Bee School

Author: Eric Baker

Major Program: Bees/Beekeeping

Beekeeping is a great way to further diversify the farm, or homestead. Bees can be used to make a variety of products including honey, wax, and a variety of value added products such as soaps, lotions, and many others. These products can supply additional revenue streams to small farms or homesteads. Bees are also important for their role in pollinating various crops such as vegetables, flowers, fruit trees, and others. Several research studies have also indicated that pollinator insects, includ

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