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Hello Nairalanders,


I’m Adediran Adeyemi, popularly known as BeeColony, and I’m excited to share my beekeeping journey with you. It all started in 2018 during my NYSC service in Osun State, Nigeria. During the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) program, we were asked to choose a trade. While most corps members rushed to poultry or fish farming, I chose beekeeping for its uniqueness and the chance to connect with nature. I’ve always been fascinated by bees as the main pollinators of the food we eat, so this felt like the perfect opportunity.The Beginning: Learning the Art of Beekeeping after the SAED program, I attended a 3-day training camp in Ile-Ife, Osun State. There, I learned about the species of bees in Nigeria, specifically Apis Mellifera Adansonia (commonly called killer bees due to their aggressive nature). These bees are highly productive, feeding on a variety of flowers, which makes them ideal for honey production. The training ignited my passion, and I was determined to turn this into a thriving business.The Challenges: Heartbreaks and Lessons after NYSC, I invested all my savings and even borrowed money from family to set up my first apiary. I constructed 50 beehives behind Kola Kais University along Oyo Road. But disaster struck when Fulani herdsmen invaded my apiary. They used crude methods, burning the hives to harvest the honey, killing my bees in the process. When I arrived, I was devastated—my entire investment was gone in the blink of an eye. I cried like a baby, feeling like my world had collapsed.Determined not to give up, I worked hard, saved more money, and rented another piece of land in the Eleyele area. Unfortunately, this location was near frequent chemical spraying, which led to the loss of many bee colonies. Despite these setbacks, my passion for beekeeping and sustainable agriculture kept me going.Rising Again: A New Beginning Today, I’ve relocated my apiary to a secure location in Omi Adio, free from herdsmen invasions and chemical spraying. My bees are thriving, and my business is growing stronger. Beekeeping has taught me resilience, patience, and the importance of choosing the right location for an apiary. Advice for Aspiring Beekeepers If you’re considering beekeeping, here’s my advice: Choose a secure location: Your apiary should be far from herdsmen, human activities, and chemical spraying.
Be patient: Beekeeping is lucrative but requires time, regular inspections, and attention to prevent diseases.
Start small: You can begin with as little as ₦100,000, making it an accessible business for many.
The rewards are worth it—beekeeping is not only profitable but also contributes to sustainable agriculture.

About BeeColony: At BeeColony, we are passionate about beekeeping and offer the following: Beekeeping equipment: Hives, protective gear, and more.
Bee farm setup: We help you establish your own apiary.
Beekeeping training: Learn the skills to succeed.
Honey harvesting and swarm migration: Professional services for beekeepers.
Pollination services: Boost your crop yield with our managed bee pollination services for farms.
Pure, unprocessed honey: Straight from our farm to your table.
Beeswax: High-quality beeswax for various uses.

Whether you’re a farmer looking to improve crop yields or an aspiring beekeeper, we’ve got you covered! Connect With Us Have questions about beekeeping or pollination services? Want to start your own apiary?

Reach out to us:
WhatsApp: 07075400059
Instagram: @Beecolony_ng

X/Twitter: @Beecolony1

Facebook: BeeColony1

Let’s talk bees, honey, and sustainable agriculture!
Share your thoughts or ask questions in the comments—I’d love to hear from you.

Kudos to you.

I have a question. Why don't we have Langstroth hives in Nigeria? Why is it not as common?

Bodex2000:
Kudos to you.

I have a question. Why don't we have Langstroth hives in Nigeria? Why is it not as common?

They are expensive
Like £160 each in uk


The Kamara basket hive is better because it is cheap

It is 2 Cylinder baskets inside each other to harvest the one at the back and opposite the bee entrance has the honey and is pulled out and another empty basket Cylinder is pushed in to replace it


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTB5dxjfAg4?si=a5QlxUebsPV-qeR_

It was invented by John Kamara a pastor and bee keeper in Sierra leone

The beekeeper

christistruth01:
They are expensive
Like £160 each in uk


The Kamara basket hive is better because it is cheap

It is 2 Cylinder baskets inside each other to harvest the one at the back and opposite the bee entrance has the honey and is pulled out and another empty basket Cylinder is pushed in to replace it


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTB5dxjfAg4?si=a5QlxUebsPV-qeR_

It was invented by John Kamara a pastor and bee keeper in Sierra leone

It looks really good. Thanks for sharing. I will research more info. Pls link me up to more of this if you have