Felipa, president of the Pampojila group, helps out with training in Totalya This past month Pueblo a Pueblo staff held its third beekeeping training for coffee farmers from the village of Totolya. Just two weeks prior, the group installed its apiary on a parcel of land 45-minutes walking distance from the community. Already their hives are thriving, and the group is learning to care for its new apiary.
Participants learned not only routine beekeeping responsibilities, including maintenance of the area surrounding the hives and internal panels, but also how to feed the bees during the rainy season.
For example, they learned that it’s important to keep the area around the hives clear so that others insects can’t enter; to ensure that the hives are not exposed to too much wind or sun; and to learn important indicators of hive health.
Two women from the original group in Pampojilá led the training, along with Genaro Similaj, Pueblo a Pueblo’s senior technician. Trainings include both theoretical background and information, as well as an opportunity for practical application of new skills through maintenance of their own hives.
Throughout this workshop and others, there is always a strong spirit of collaboration and teamwork. All of the participants were energetic and excited to be there. We love working with such a dedicated and positive team!
Participants learned not only routine beekeeping responsibilities, including maintenance of the area surrounding the hives and internal panels, but also how to feed the bees during the rainy season.
For example, they learned that it’s important to keep the area around the hives clear so that others insects can’t enter; to ensure that the hives are not exposed to too much wind or sun; and to learn important indicators of hive health.
Two women from the original group in Pampojilá led the training, along with Genaro Similaj, Pueblo a Pueblo’s senior technician. Trainings include both theoretical background and information, as well as an opportunity for practical application of new skills through maintenance of their own hives.
Throughout this workshop and others, there is always a strong spirit of collaboration and teamwork. All of the participants were energetic and excited to be there. We love working with such a dedicated and positive team!
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