Srinagar | Nov 03:Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, Monday chaired a virtual meeting to review the progress of various activities and initiatives being implemented under the Apiculture sector.
The meeting focused on assessing the overall progress of apiculture-related activities, reviewing the status of ongoing initiatives and identifying measures to further strengthen and promote the beekeeping sector across Kashmir.
A key agenda item was the proposed migration of bee colonies from Kashmir to Jammu. Detailed deliberations were held on the arrangements and measures required to facilitate the smooth and timely migration of bee colonies, keeping in view seasonal requirements and the interests of the beekeeping community.
Various issues and challenges faced by beekeepers were also discussed, with particular emphasis on strengthening field-level coordination, providing timely technical guidance and ensuring effective implementation of departmental interventions.
Speaking on the occasion, the Director, stressed the need for a coordinated and result-oriented approach towards strengthening the apiculture sector. He directed the concerned officers to work proactively, maintain close coordination with beekeepers and ensure that all necessary arrangements for the migration of bee colonies are made in a timely and systematic manner.
The Director reiterated the department’s commitment to promoting scientific beekeeping practices, enhancing honey production and improving the economic prospects of the beekeeping community through sustained institutional support, technical guidance and effective field-level interventions.
The meeting was attended by Chief Agriculture Officers, Assistant Entomologist and concerned Apiculture Development Officers from across the Kashmir Division.
