Great interest in beekeeping in the villages

The interest was impeccable when Adina arranged an information meeting about beekeeping. Honey production can be developed into a welcome source of income in the villages, but a dose of basic knowledge is needed.

It is part of Adina's holistic thinking in Uganda that we should stimulate business development in the villages where we are involved in the rehabilitation of disabled children. We have established a good collaboration with an experienced beekeeper in the Lira district, and another person who knows the sales channels for the products from small-scale producers. Knowledge of all these elements is needed when producing honey in addition to own consumption. The beekeeper also went through the procedures in connection with harvesting honey and necessary precautions.

The commitment and curiosity proves to be encouraging when bees are on the agenda. Nearly 50 parents attended the beekeeping seminars together with a solid bunch of municipal leaders. They thanked for the initiative, supported our ideas and encouraged the residents to start honey production.

The demand for the golden goods is great throughout Uganda, according to our local resource persons who do not disregard the fact that the goods can also find their way to Kampala. Beekeeping is in line with Adina's intentions for sustainable, locally based business development. In the beginning, the families who come with three beehives each. The equipment is locally adapted and produced.

In addition to nutritious honey, the diligent bees also deliver wax and when it is convenient, light can be cast from this raw material. Finished candles were also displayed.