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ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra

வேளாண்மை அறிவியல் மையம்

KRISHNAGIRI DISTRICT - 635 120, TN

Honey Bee Rearing Unit

What is the Honey Bee Rearing Unit?

The Honey Bee Rearing Unit at ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Krishnagiri, promotes apiculture as a sustainable income-generating activity for farmers and rural youth. Beekeeping not only provides honey but also supports crop pollination, improving farm productivity.

About Our Honey Bee Rearing Unit

The unit functions as a demonstration and training center, educating farmers on scientific beekeeping practices including colony management, hive maintenance, and honey extraction.

Income through Honey

Honey production offers a profitable side income with growing market demand.

Better Pollination

Bee pollination improves crop yields and quality in fruit and vegetable farms.

Farmer Empowerment

Training builds farmer skills in scientific and low-cost beekeeping practices.

Honey Bee Rearing

Location

12°34'38.5"N 78°15'55.7"E

Contact Information (if any queries)

Contact Person: Mr. S. Mohammed Ismail, Prog. Asst. (Agrl. Engineering)
Address: ICAR - Krishi Vigyan Kendra,
Elumichangiri, Mallinayanapalli PO,
Krishnagiri - 635 120, TAMIL NADU
Phone No: +91 94437 96968
Email ID: mdismail706@gmail.com