Baramulla is seeing a big increase in honey production this year, reaching 812 quintals, up from 794.64 quintals last year. This is great news for farming and job opportunities in the area.
Rajinder Singh, the District Apiculture Officer, said that these numbers show how young people are starting to see farming as a good business. “Each beehive helps them become independent,” he explained.
There is a high demand for organic honey, and with help from the government, beekeeping is becoming a good way to earn money. One local success story is Farooq Ahmad, who began with one beehive and now has many. “The government support was very important,” he said while checking his bees. “Now, I have a steady income and want to grow my business.”
The rise in honey production is also helping other businesses like processing and packaging. The local government continues to support beekeeping, making it a main source of income for many young people.
As spring comes, Baramulla’s beekeeping industry is ready to grow even more, showing how farming can create jobs and help the community. The buzz in the beehives is not just about honey; it’s about a better future for everyone.
