Planned Activities (Main), Timeframe, Expected Results & Indicators
Overall Objectives:
1. Establishment of a National Stock of Queen Bees and Nucleuses, maintained at levels determined jointly by National Stakeholders, within the first year of project implementation.
2. Research and consultative process towards the establishment of a Dominican Beekeepers College for the facilitation of training, capacity building and National Certification Programs (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Specialized, Online Modules) within the first year of project implementation.
3. Enhance the capacity of Agricultural Extension Officers to coordinate an efficient and responsive Beekeepers Extension Program after one and a half (1 1/2) years of project implementation.
4. Formalize and launch the "Young Beekeepers Movement" founded by the Hon. Gloria Shillingford Minister for Social Services, Community Development and Gender Affairs, within the first six months of project implementation. This program shall build on partnerships established with organizations including; 4-H Clubs, Girl Guides, Scout Troupes, Environmental Clubs etc, to train, certify and empower a cadre of young Beekeepers. Members of the movement will be issued certificates of membership and an official members neckerchief.
5. Research and consultative process towards the development and implementation of a National Apiculture Development Strategy/Program to guide the advancement of this Sub-Sector from 2014-2017.
6. Research and provision of technical as well as financial support for; Capacity Building & Micro Financing for Beekeeping Associations/Beekeepers, Biodiversity Conservation Programs, National Programs for the local production of Beekeeping Equipment (Particular focus will be placed on basic hive components such as; Bottom Boards, Telescoping Covers, Deep Supers, Shallow Supers).
Activity
Description
Time frame
Expected results
Indicators (measureable)
Activity 1
National Queen Rearing & Nucleus Development
1 Year
A sustainable National Supply of Queen Bees and Nucleuses.
Joint Maintenance of a National Stock of Queen
program
Bees and Nucleuses, at quantities agreed upon by relevant stakeholders.
Activity 2
Establishment of a Dominican Beekeepers College
1 Year
An established institution which facilitates training, capacity building and National Beekeeping Certification Programs, developed by Public and Non-Governmental Partners.
Nationally, Regionally and Internationally accredited Beekeeping certification programs and courses( Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Specialized, Online Modules).
20 Certified Basic and 10 Intermediate Beekeeping Graduates annually.
Activity 3
Beekeeping extension services from the Department Of Agriculture (DOA)
1 1/2 Years
Increased skill set for Extension Officers of the DOA, translating into more effective assistance to Beekeepers across the island. Mechanisms for the monitoring and assessment of national production standards.
A minimum of two training workshops annually for extension officers responsible for Apiculture activities. So as to increase the output of such workshops, a minimum of 10 Beekeepers shall also be invited to participate.
Activity 4
National Apiculture Research & Development Program/Strategy
2 Years
Strategic Plan for the research and development of the Dominican Apiculture Industry
A National Apiculture Research and Development Program/ Strategy to guide the development of the Sub-Sector from 2014 to 2017
Activity 5
"Young Beekeepers Movement" founded by the Hon. Gloria Shillingford Minister for Social Services, Community Development and Gender Affairs
6 Months
Vibrant cadre of youth, trained and certified in Beekeeping techniques and educated on the importance of bees and other pollinators within the context of National Biodiversity Conservation.
Training of a maximum of 300 persons under the age of 25 in basic beekeeping techniques annually.
An annual Calendar of events for the members of the Young Beekeepers Movement. Design and issuing of neckerchiefs to members.
Activity 6
National Program for the local production of Beekeeping Equipment
1 Year
Production of beekeeping equipment within Dominica, meeting international standards of; quality, labeling and packaging etc.
Nationally produced Hive components (Bottom Boards, Covers, Deep Supers, Shallow Supers etc).
Activity 7
Capacity Building - Micro
2 Years
Capacity Building Programs
Annual Apiculture
11
Financing for Beekeepers and Beekeeping organizations
including; Seminars, workshops, Research activities. Streamlining of financial instruments for beekeepers and/or beekeeping organizations.
Establishment of new and innovative financial products and services for the Apiculture Sub-Sector.
Investment & Capacity Building Consultation - Report.
Activity 8
Annual Biodiversity Protection Program -Culminating on May 22 of each calendar year - International Day for Biological Diversity (IBD)
Annual
Increased national awareness and understanding of the importance of Biodiversity in or daily lives and its direct impacts on our quality of life and our economy.
Implementation of a minimum of five (5) activities aiming to increase capacity to protect biodiversity including a program of events in observance of the IBD.
Activity 9
Project Review
Annual
Assessment of project implementation, ensuring identification of challenges, best practices and prioritization of objectives.
Transparency and inclusiveness of the review process. Timely production and dissemination of a comprehensive annual Project Implementation Report.
Activity 10
Apiculture Sub-Sector Research & Development Strategy (Phase 2)
2-3 Years
Consultative process geared towards the development of concept papers, project documents and action plans for implementation of Phase 2 of the Project. The objectives and activities of Phase 2 will be based upon the contents of the National Apiculture Development Strategy/Program.
Transparency and participatory approach to the development of Phase 2. Apiculture Sub-Sector Research & Development Strategy (Phase 2) Concept Paper, Project Document and Action Plan.
Activity
Description
Amount (EC$)
Activity 1
Establishment of National Apiary or Nationally Associated apiaries, each working to maintain an agreed quota of queen bees and nucleuses available on island in case of colony loss due to pests and diseases or natural disasters
40,000
Activity 2
Research and consultative process on the establishment of a Dominican Beekeepers College: It is advised that partnership with the University of Florida be established to participate in this process
36,000
Activity 3
Workshops for specialized training of Extension Officers, Inputs towards the work program of the Extension Officers as agreed to transparently by stakeholders
22,500
Activity 4
Research and consultative process geared towards the development of a National Apiculture Program/Strategy by 2014; Publication of Program/Strategic Document; Implementation of low-cost high priority activities
30,000
Activity 5
Training workshops, field trips and special events for members of the Young Beekeepers Movement; Production of Graduation certificates, prizes, membership neckerchiefs; Procurement of Beekeeping Equipment
40,500
Activity 6
Feasibility Assessments/Studies and Local Market Research, Micro Start-up Grants for developing promising models or prototypes
11,000
Activity 7
Capacity Building Activities - Networking, Workshops, Seminars; Establishment of a Pure Blossom Hives Cooperative Revolving Trust to provide seed loans of as much as 500 EC to outstanding project participants to be used towards the purchase of a hive, colony of bees or other bee keeping equipment and training
20,500
Activity 8
Workshops on Biodiversity; Annual Program of Activities in observance of the International Day for Protection of Biodiversity
11,000
Activity 9
Transparent Review process involving Project Partners, Stakeholders and Beneficiaries
5,000
Activity 10
Transparent Phase 2 Concept and Project development process involving existing and new Project Partners, Stakeholders and Beneficiaries
5,000