Modern beekeeping adds new flavour to farmer earnings, promotes environmental conservation in Kakamega
Unlike maize farming, which has become increasingly vulnerable to erratic rainfall and prolonged dry spells, beekeeping is relatively resilient to climate change. In addition to producing honey, bees play a vital role in pollinating crops such as avocados, beans, sunflower, pumpkins and indigenous vegetables, leading to improved yields and better-quality produce.
Kenya eyes thriving world honey market as it intensifies beekeeping as an economic and conservation activity
According to the Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke, the government has nearly doubled the budget allocation to the National Beekeeping Institute in the coming Financial Year due to increasing demand for training.
