15th Dec, 2023: In a significant initiative for the growth of Bhutan’s apiculture sector, two technical staff members from the National Livestock Research Centre (NLRC) in Bumthang, along with two progressive beekeepers from Haa and Bumthang, recently completed a four-day training program on managed beekeeping in Nepal from December 11th to 14th, 2023.
Facilitated in Ramnagar, Bharatpur, Nepal, the training, organized by Gor Honey & Natural Food Products and Gorkha Bee Private Limited, focused on building technical expertise in honey product processing, packaging, branding, and effective promotion and marketing strategies. The participants engaged in a comprehensive learning experience, which included classroom teachings, practical demonstrations, and insightful field visits.
Following the training, the participants are set to implement the acquired knowledge through a strategic action plan, encompassing:
- Sharing learned experiences on beekeeping management and practices, including the integration of new technologies.
- Crafting a comprehensive strategy and plan for product processing, packaging, branding, and the promotion and marketing of honey products.
- Executing product processing, packaging, and branding initiatives to elevate the value of honey products within the country.
This transformative training program was made possible through the generous support and funding provided by the JSB-UNDP Project IV in Thimphu, further emphasizing the collaborative efforts aimed at advancing the apiculture sector in Bhutan.
