Experienced Palestinian beekeepers gained practical knowledge on sustainable apiary management, climate resilience and the diversification of bee products through an advanced training organised under the PLANBEE project
The Palestinian Businesswomen’s Association – ASALA successfully concluded a two-day Advanced Sustainable Beekeeping Training on 7–8 September 2026, bringing together 28 experienced beekeepers seeking to strengthen the productivity, resilience and sustainability of their apiaries.
Delivered as part of the PLANBEE – Promoting Local Apiary Networks and Bee Entrepreneurial Excellence project, the 16-hour programme combined specialised knowledge with practical exercises, peer learning and discussions centred on the real challenges faced by beekeepers.
Participants explored key aspects of modern and sustainable beekeeping, including sustainable apiary management, bee health, disease and pest management, local bee breeds and genetic diversity, and the growing impact of climate change on beekeeping. Particular attention was also given to opportunities for diversifying production and generating additional income through bee products beyond honey, including pollen and beeswax.
The practical and interactive approach encouraged participants to connect the training content directly with their own apiaries, exchange experiences and identify solutions that can help them adapt their practices, protect bee colonies and develop more resilient beekeeping businesses.
For participant Fidaa AbdelRazaq, the training offered a new perspective on the economic potential of the apiary. She highlighted how the programme helped her identify better ways to manage her apiary while exploring opportunities to diversify her income through products such as pollen and beeswax – moving beyond honey production and viewing the apiary as an integrated and sustainable business.
Through activities such as this training, PLANBEE supports beekeepers in strengthening their technical and entrepreneurial capacities while promoting more sustainable and innovative approaches across the Mediterranean bee economy.
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14/09/2026
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