Bee farmers in Kasese urged to always ask for advice on bee-keeping projects

By Enos Masereka

Kasese bee farmers have been urged to seek advice from entomology officers to help them in the bee-keeping projects.

Mr. Joseph Byamutima, the Chairperson Lake Katwe sub-county Bee Keepers association-LAKASUBA, said studying of insects among farmers could help them with new technology of managing apiary for improved honey production.

Addressing members during a third General meeting held at their office in Kikorongo trading center this afternoon, Mr. Byamutima, encouraged local bee farmers to shift away from the traditional way and adopt more modern techniques of the practice through LAKASUBA.

Mr. Joseph Byamutima on bees…

He advises bee-keepers to increase their production, citing the high demand for not only honey but also its byproducts.

Including pollen used in the improvement of malnutrition, wax required in many industries for making soap, candles and many other things.

Mr.Samson Bwambale and Joan, described bee hive farming as a lucrative business that has improved their livelihood.

Mr. Samson and Joan speaking….

The organization has about 120 registered members. END.