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Welcome to the Portland Bee Farmers Association, where we are passionate about apiculture and committed to educating both beekeepers and the wider community in the intricate art and science of beekeeping.

24/08/2024

Attention Beekeepers!

We need your input! Please take a moment to answer the following questions about your beekeeping operation:

Which parish is your beekeeping operation located in?
Did you lose any colonies?
If yes, how many colonies were lost?
From how many apiaries did you lose these colonies?
What other beekeeping-related equipment was damaged?
Please provide an estimated value of the lost items.
Send your answers to:

Hugh Smith
Chief Plant Protection Officer, Apiculture Unit
📞 876-217-0552

ee grafting is a critical beekeeping practice used in queen rearing. It involves transferring young larvae into queen cu...
24/08/2024

ee grafting is a critical beekeeping practice used in queen rearing. It involves transferring young larvae into queen cups to produce new queens, allowing beekeepers to control breeding, maintain colony health, prevent swarming, and expand their hives. Grafting ensures high-quality queens, supports genetic diversity, and offers economic benefits by reducing reliance on external suppliers and creating potential revenue from selling surplus queens. Additionally, it's important for research and conservation efforts in maintaining healthy bee populations.

Partners of the Americas and F2F Jamaica. Training Climate Smart Queen Breeding, The name of the volunteer: Douglas Johnson from the United States of America.

By mastering the art of creating queen cell cups, beekeepers empower themselves to actively manage their colonies' repro...
30/04/2024

By mastering the art of creating queen cell cups, beekeepers empower themselves to actively manage their colonies' reproductive health and genetic diversity. Remember, attention to detail and a deep understanding of bee behavior are essential for success in apiculture.

I encourage you to explore further and experiment with different techniques to refine your craft. Together, let's continue to nurture healthy bee populations and contribute to the thriving ecosystem around us. Thank you All for joining us on this journey into the fascinating world of Beekeeping.

Partners of the Americas and F2F Jamaica. Training : March 25-April 3, 2024, Climate Smart Queen Breeding, The name of the volunteer: Douglas Johnson from the United States of America.

Greetings, fellow beekeepers and enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to introduce you to one of the most essential techniques in a...
30/04/2024

Greetings, fellow beekeepers and enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to introduce you to one of the most essential techniques in advanced beekeeping: grafting. Grafting is a delicate process that allows beekeepers to selectively rear queen bees, influencing the genetic makeup and behavior of their colonies.

The art of grafting requires patience, precision, and a deep understanding of bee biology and behavior. With steady hands and keen eyes, beekeepers delicately lift the selected larvae from their original cells using specialized tools and transfer them into prepared queen cell cups. Once introduced into a queenless or queenright colony, worker bees diligently care for the transplanted larvae, providing them with the royal jelly needed for their development. Through diligent monitoring and management, beekeepers ensure the healthy emergence of strong and vibrant queens, contributing to the vitality and success of their beekeeping endeavors. Thanks so much for joining us!!

Partners of the Americas and F2F Jamaica. Training : March 25-April 3, 2024, Climate Smart Queen Breeding, The name of the volunteer: Douglas Johnson from the United States of America.

02/04/2024

Welcome to the Portland Bee Farmers Association, where we are passionate about apiculture and committed to educating both beekeepers and the wider community in the intricate art and science of beekeeping. As a non-profit organization established in the lush surroundings of Passley Gardens, Port Antonio, Portland, we extend a warm invitation for you to explore our world.

Whether you're a seasoned beekeeper, an enthusiast, or simply curious about the fascinating world of bees, we encourage you to visit us or attend one of our engaging events. Our dedicated members are eager to share their knowledge and answer any questions you may have about our organization, beekeeping practices, and how you can get involved.

At the heart of our mission is the desire to advocate for the interests of our organization and members within the community. Through education, awareness-building, and collective promotion, we endeavor to make a positive impact. We welcome not only members from Port Antonio and the wider Portland area but also enthusiasts from far and wide who share our passion for beekeeping.

Join us as we work together to make a difference, one buzzing hive at a time.

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Passley Gardens
Port Antonio
JMBPD15

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+18765660867

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