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In the consultation meeting with beekeepers organised by Siirt Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry, the goal of Türkiye’s southeastern province of Siirt to enter the top 5 in Türkiye in honey production was put forward. The current situation, production potential and branding processes of the beekeeping sector were discussed at the meeting.
In the meeting, it was emphasised that the branding of geographically marked Pervari honey as well as other honey types produced throughout Siirt region should be accelerated. While emphasising the importance of beekeeping in the economy of both the region and the country, it was stated that solution-oriented approaches should be developed in this process.
“OUR GOAL IS TO ENTER THE TOP 5 IN TÜRKİYE!”
Siirt Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry Ergün Demirhan stated that Siirt is currently ranked 8th in the country in honey production and 11th in the number of hives. Demirhan stated that the potential of Siirt in the beekeeping sector can be further increased and expressed the following target:
“We continue our efforts for Siirt to enter the top 5 in Türkiye in beekeeping. This is an important target not only for the region but also for the national economy.”
PROBLEMS AND SOLUTION SUGGESTIONS WERE DISCUSSED…
In the meeting attended by the presidents of unions and co-operatives, the development process of beekeeping, the problems faced by the sector and solutions were discussed. While emphasising the measures to be taken especially in the fight against diseases and pests, plans for the future were made…
