Namakkal, TAMIL NADU :

A free one-day training programme on ‘Honey bee rearing techniques’ will be held at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra on Veterinary College and Research Institute premises on Mohanur Road on February 8.

A release from N. Akila, Senior Scientist and Head, said that the programme would deal with types of honeybee, their life cycle, selection of appropriate place for rearing and essential gadgets for forming cage, diseases that affect honeybee, maintenance during summer and winter season and identification of pure honey. Also, technology involved in the process and identification of market opportunities would be dealt during the training programme.

Farmers, members of self-help groups, youth and interested persons can participate in the training programme. For registration, one can visit the KVK in person or register through phone: 04286-266345 and 266650. Last date for registration is February 7.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> Tamil Nadu / by Staff Reporter / Namakkal – February 04th, 2016