completed· Health
Gandaki International
Considering the ecological and biological diversity, Nepal is recognised as one of the most potential countries for mass scale beekeeping. It is estimated that Nepal has a potential of producing more than 10,000 metric tonnes of honey, but is currently harnessing less than 15% of its potential.Honey International (HI) and Gandaki Bee Concern (GBC) want to develop a cooperation to increase both quality and quantity of bee products (honey) in Nepal for local demand and export purposes.The partners will establish a new joint venture to process the current honey supply of GBC according to HACCP standards and process, market and export several niche products (organic honey, rock honey, api health products). The partners will set up a bee resource (queen rearing) centre and a quality control laboratory. The processing facility will be in Kathmandu and the partners will train 600 (and contract 300) small beekeepers in remote, rural areas of Nepal. Improving the honey sector in Nepal can have a large impact on marginalised minorities in the remote rural areas of Nepal.Currently, Nepal cannot export honey to countries in the EU.Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)Collection of Rock honey is considered a cultural phenomenon of some marginalised minorities and is done in a traditional (and hazardous) way.The project will establish an association of rock honey hunters that will supply safety training and equipment and educate the hunters in sustainable ways to collect rock honey. The project will certify part of the production as organic and has a strong vision on CSR. GBC is an active member of CSR network Nepal and reflects the 10 principles of the UN Global Compact. In line with GBC's current policy, the joint venture will take a pro-active stance in Human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption issues.ImpactEmployment and working conditionsThe project will create 55 basic-level and 15 high-level jobs, additional to the 40 current employees of GBC. Two years after the project, this will be increased to 70 basic-level and 30 high-level jobs.Innovation/Transfer of knowledgeModern beekeeping techniques (seasonal management) are new for Bangladesh. The project will train staff in HACCP standards, and train certain beekeepers in organic beekeeping. In addition it will introduce queen rearing Artificial Insemination (AI) technology.Chain effectsThe project will train 600 new beekeepers and contract 300. The increased productivity and possible export of honey will have a positive impact on the sector.EnvironmentBeekeeping is an environmentally friendly activity and pollination is essential for flora propagation. The project will develop certified organic honey and promote sustainable collection methods for rock honey by local bee hunters.Position of women60% of the project's staff will be female, including 9 out of 15 medium-/high-level jobs.
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Considering the ecological and biological diversity, Nepal is recognised as one of the most potential countries for mass scale beekeeping. It is estimated that Nepal has a potential of producing more than 10,000 metric tonnes of honey, but is currently harnessing less than 15% of its potential.Honey International (HI) and Gandaki Bee Concern (GBC) want to develop a cooperation to increase both quality and quantity of bee products (honey) in Nepal for local demand and export purposes.The partners will establish a new joint venture to process the current honey supply of GBC according to HACCP standards and process, market and export several niche products (organic honey, rock honey, api health products). The partners will set up a bee resource (queen rearing) centre and a quality control laboratory. The processing facility will be in Kathmandu and the partners will train 600 (and contract 300) small beekeepers in remote, rural areas of Nepal. Improving the honey sector in Nepal can have a large impact on marginalised minorities in the remote rural areas of Nepal.Currently, Nepal cannot export honey to countries in the EU.Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)Collection of Rock honey is considered a cultural phenomenon of some marginalised minorities and is done in a traditional (and hazardous) way.The project will establish an association of rock honey hunters that will supply safety training and equipment and educate the hunters in sustainable ways to collect rock honey. The project will certify part of the production as organic and has a strong vision on CSR. GBC is an active member of CSR network Nepal and reflects the 10 principles of the UN Global Compact. In line with GBC's current policy, the joint venture will take a pro-active stance in Human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption issues.ImpactEmployment and working conditionsThe project will create 55 basic-level and 15 high-level jobs, additional to the 40 current employees of GBC. Two years after the project, this will be increased to 70 basic-level and 30 high-level jobs.Innovation/Transfer of knowledgeModern beekeeping techniques (seasonal management) are new for Bangladesh. The project will train staff in HACCP standards, and train certain beekeepers in organic beekeeping. In addition it will introduce queen rearing Artificial Insemination (AI) technology.Chain effectsThe project will train 600 new beekeepers and contract 300. The increased productivity and possible export of honey will have a positive impact on the sector.EnvironmentBeekeeping is an environmentally friendly activity and pollination is essential for flora propagation. The project will develop certified organic honey and promote sustainable collection methods for rock honey by local bee hunters.Position of women60% of the project's staff will be female, including 9 out of 15 medium-/high-level jobs.
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