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Developing Regional Extension Programs And Research Tools For Beekeepers, Sheldon Brummel
Developing Regional Extension Programs And Research Tools For Beekeepers, Sheldon Brummel
Department of Entomology: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research
The body of work presented in this thesis describes the development and structure of the Regional Great Plains Master Beekeeping training program, which started in 2019, serves 1500+ beekeepers across five Midwest states (IA, KS, MO, NE, WY), and is supported through local partnerships and beekeepers. This chapter also discusses the leadership structure and aspects I developed for program advancement and long-term sustainability, such as incorporating mentorship and volunteer service goals as well as requiring independent projects to become a certified Master beekeeper. Independent projects may focus on research or teaching goals but must illustrate the candidate’s ability to apply …