Year round royal jelly production determining the best season of producing royal jelly
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2020-12-01
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DMMMSU Research and Extension Journal
Abstract
This research was conceptualized to determine the preeminent season for the production of royal jelly from the honeybee Apis mellifera. Three strong double-chambered colonies of equal strength were utilized throughout the duration of the study and the grafting method was applied to facilitate the production of the jelly by the bees. Royal jelly can be produced at any time of year provided that all the necessary requirements of the colonies are available. Research results revealed that the highest yield was obtained during the months of April and May, which coincides with the honey production season, wherein an abundant supply of food for the bees is available. Accordingly, production of royal jelly is best when there are sufficient quantity of pollen and nectar for the colonies and it is important therefore to note the honeyflow season in a particular area as basis for production.
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Royal jelly, Royal jelly production, Seasonal production, Beekeeping, Apiculture, Honeybee culture, Bee products, Best season for royal jelly, Year-round production, Apiculture management, Environmental factors in apiculture, Sustainable beekeeping, DMMMSU research
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Tuyan, A. C., Claro, R. A., & Dulay, L. S. (2020). Year round royal jelly production determining the best season of producing royal jelly. DMMMSU Research and Extension Journal, 4, 7-14. https://doi.org/10.62960/dmmmsu.v4i.21