2023-12-25T10:54:36+00:00
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/ The Basra Agriculture Directorate announced, on Monday, an increase in honey production for Basra Governorate to reach 12 tons for the year 2023.
Director of Basra Agriculture, Hadi Hussein Qassem, said in a statement received by Agency, “The amount of honey production by the 117 certified beekeepers amounted to 7479 kg, while the amount of honey production by the 120 uncertified beekeepers amounted to 4695 kg.”
He added, “The increase in production was achieved thanks to the continuous support of the Ministry of Agriculture and in coordination with the Basra Agriculture Directorate through the implementation of free control campaigns for pests that affect bees.”
Qasim continued, “In addition to the distinguished role of the Beneficial Insects Division of the Agricultural Protection Department in the Directorate, in coordination with beekeepers in the governorate, in holding training courses for beekeepers and continuous monitoring of apiaries throughout the governorate.”