District-Level Seminar Explores the Potential of Commercial Beekeeping in Kupwara

The National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM), Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, is spearheading a two-day seminar titled 'Potential and Prospects of Commercial Beekeeping in District Kupwara,' held at the Town Hall Kupwara. Organized by the Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Department Kupwara, the seminar commenced on Tuesday with the inauguration by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) RoufurRahman and is set to conclude on February 7th, 2024.

The event attracted over 200 participants, mainly comprising beekeepers and individuals interested in exploring the realm of beekeeping as a commercial venture. Among the distinguished attendees were officials from various departments and progressive farmers from the district.

ADC RoufurRahman underscored the pivotal role of apiculture in generating employment opportunities and assured unwavering support to the farming community, particularly in undertaking substantial projects to enhance farmers' economic prospects.

Gurdeep Singh, Chief Agriculture Officer Kupwara, provided a comprehensive overview of the vast potential of beekeeping in the district, shedding light on the schemes offered by the J&K Government to facilitate beekeepers' endeavors. He also delved into the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and outlined the projects aimed at promoting beekeeping under this initiative.

MehboobIllahi Khan, Lead District Manager Kupwara, emphasized the availability of financing facilities under various subsidized schemes and highlighted the approval of significant projects under NBHM, including Beekeeping Custom Hiring Centers and Honey Processing Units.

Resource persons and experts urged educated unemployed youth to explore opportunities in beekeeping, citing the district's abundant natural resources as a conducive environment for agriculture and allied activities. They stressed the importance of maximizing the benefits of government programs by acquiring training and awareness about different schemes to establish income-generating units in the apiculture sector.

Throughout the seminar, participants received valuable insights on beekeeping practices, registration procedures on the Madhukranti Portal, and the role of the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission in fostering beekeeping initiatives.

The seminar serves as a pivotal platform for fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and exploring avenues for sustainable beekeeping practices that contribute to the socio-economic development of Kupwara district.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Q1: What is the objective of the district-level seminar in Kupwara? A1: The seminar aims to explore the potential and prospects of commercial beekeeping in District Kupwara, sponsored by the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM).

Q2: Who inaugurated the seminar? A2: The seminar was inaugurated by the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kupwara, RoufurRahman.

Q3: How many participants attended the seminar, and who were they? A3: Over 200 participants, primarily beekeepers and individuals interested in beekeeping, attended the seminar. Officials from various departments and progressive farmers also participated.

Q4: What topics were covered during the seminar? A4: The seminar covered various aspects of beekeeping, including schemes offered by the J&K Government, the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), financing facilities, and the establishment of beekeeping projects under NBHM.

Q5: What were the key messages conveyed to participants during the seminar? A5: Participants were encouraged to explore opportunities in beekeeping, leverage government schemes, and contribute to the socio-economic development of the district through sustainable beekeeping practices.

A two-day district-level seminar on the ‘Potential and Prospects of Commercial Beekeeping in District Kupwara’ sponsored by the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM), Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, commenced at Town Hall Kupwara.
The seminar, organized by the Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Department Kupwara, was inaugurated by the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kupwara, RoufurRahman.
Over 200 farmers, primarily beekeepers and aspiring beekeepers, attended the program.
Officials highlighted the significance of apiculture in generating employment and boosting the economy of farmers.
Details about schemes offered by the J&K Government for beekeepers and the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) were provided.
Information regarding approved projects under NBHM, financing facilities, and the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in Apiculture was shared.
Resource persons encouraged educated unemployed youth to engage in beekeeping and emphasized the district's natural resources' potential for agriculture and allied activities.
Participants received awareness about registration on the Madhukranti Portal and the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission.
Various officials, experts, and progressive farmers attended the seminar.