A delegation from the National Beekeepers Cooperative Society Ltd. led by Nathaniel Lovell is currently representing Dominica at the 12th Annual Beekeepers Congress in St. Lucia. This prestigious event serves as a vital platform for beekeepers from across the Caribbean to gather, exchange knowledge, and network with industry peers.
The Congress provides an invaluable opportunity for members of the apiculture industry to learn from experts, address challenges facing the sector, and explore the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in honey production and beekeeping management. The event’s schedule includes a variety of workshops and networking sessions designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of beekeepers.
Dominica’s team at the Congress includes Nathaniel Lovell (Vice President), Vernella Orlé (Public Relations Officer), Antonia Joseph (Supervisory Committee Member), and Terri Henry-Lovell (Cooperative Member) from the National Beekeepers Cooperative Society Ltd. The delegation is further strengthened by the participation of Bryan Bertrand, Animal Health & Production Officer with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue & Green Economy, and Mr. Lude Kitchener Laville from Kibe Kuati Inc., a Kalinago beekeepers’ group who is keen to gain invaluable insights into enhancing beekeeping within the indigenous community.
One of the event’s highlights is the Annual Honey Show, where entries from participating countries,
including Dominica, are showcased and judged across multiple categories. Dominica has entered into
the following categories:
- Light Amber Extracted Honey;
- Medium Amber Extracted Honey;
- Dark Amber Extracted Honey;
- Beeswax Block;
- Photography;
- Art (Adult);
- Best Commercial Product (Honey);
- Best Commercial Product (Value added product);
- Mead;
- CARICOM (Honey & Wax);
- Beeswax Candles;
- Chocolate bar (Dark);
- Chocolate bar (Milk);
- Inclusions with Chocolate;
This Congress offers a significant opportunity for Dominica to showcase its beekeeping talent,
strengthen industry connections, and contribute to the ongoing development of the Caribbean
apiculture sector.
