Bio-diversity

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 dis

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