Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
football and swimming
Languages
Timeline
ROLAND CHEFOR

ROLAND CHEFOR

Al Fujairah City

Summary

Knowledgeable Beekeeper with 4 years of experience extracting and assessing bee products, building and repairing hive boxes and inspecting hives to treat for disease or parasites. Hardworking and reliable individual certified in Natural Beekeeping Course. Firm grasp of disease control and bee-handling procedures.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Beekeeper

Al Maya Group Organic Honey Farm Manahil
08.2020 - Current
  • Boosted pollination efficiency by strategically placing hives in areas with abundant flora for bees to forage.
  • Scraped out parasites and removed vermin such as birds and mice.
  • Maximized honey extraction with efficient use of specialized equipment such as extractors, uncapping knives, and settling tanks.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with local landowners, securing prime locations for placing apiaries that contributed to successful honey production.
  • Increased honey production by implementing effective beekeeping practices and maintaining healthy hive environments.
  • Achieved consistent compliance with industry regulations and best practices through ongoing education, training, and adherence to legal requirements.
  • Adapted quickly to changing environmental conditions, adjusting hive management strategies as needed to support healthy colonies in various climates.
  • Enhanced colony health through regular inspections, disease prevention measures, and timely interventions.
  • Maintained orderly condition and cleanliness of hives by regularly checking colonies for larvae and pests.
  • Raised queen bees using best breeding practices to improve genetics within the apiary for higher honey yields and disease resistance.
  • Destroyed excess queen bee cells to prevent division of colony.
  • Preserved general hive health by inspecting for mites and providing ample food for bees.
  • Established a thriving business selling honey-based goods such as candles, soaps, balms, skincare products using raw materials sourced directly from own hives.
  • Collected royal jelly from queen bee cells to sell as base for cosmetics and health food, selling over $[Amount] in products.
  • Developed customized pollination services for local farmers and orchard owners to improve crop yield while diversifying income sources for the apiary business.
  • Collaborated with researchers studying bee population dynamics to support ongoing research projects aimed at improving conservation efforts globally.
  • Assisted fellow beekeepers in troubleshooting challenges related to hive health or management techniques by sharing valuable knowledge gained from years of experience in the field.
  • Burned diseased bee colonies and sterilized hives, using caustic soda solution.
  • Monitored health of queen bees to verify healthy egg production.
  • Destroyed diseased bee colonies, using cyanide gas.
  • Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize the impact of pests on colony health without harming beneficial organisms.
  • Placed screen plugs in hive entrance to confine bees.
  • Educated community members about the importance of bee conservation through workshops, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations at local events.
  • Maintained accurate records of each hive''s health, productivity, and treatments applied to ensure optimal care and management.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of beekeeping supplies and equipment to maintain optimal stock levels while managing expenses effectively.
  • Expanded apiary operations through successful marketing efforts that increased brand awareness, resulting in new wholesale accounts and retail partnerships.
  • Implemented innovative winterization techniques that protected hives during harsh weather conditions, minimizing colony losses and ensuring a strong start to the next season.
  • Produced high-quality beeswax products by carefully harvesting, filtering, and molding raw wax from the hives.
  • Conducted negotiations with store owners, government agencies and vendors to provide products at reasonable prices.
  • Used smoke pot to force bees into hive to inspect hive and retrieve honey.
  • Boosted revenue [Number]% by renting hives to orchards and farms.
  • Ensured sustainable growth of colonies by effectively managing swarm control and splitting strong hives when necessary.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Government High School Yaounde , Cameroon
  • Completed Coursework: Natural Beekeeping Course { November 21, 2023 } Date of completion.

Skills

  • Breeding Techniques
  • Disease Identification
  • Community Networking
  • Recordkeeping
  • Disease Prevention
  • Harvesting
  • Pest Control
  • Product preparation
  • Beekeeping
  • Honey Extraction
  • Bee Behavior Understanding
  • Seasonal Management
  • Propolis Harvesting
  • Bee Nutrition
  • Swarm Capture
  • Apiary Site Selection
  • Smoke Handling
  • Beehive Management
  • Species recognition
  • Colony Inspection
  • Hive Expansion
  • Feeding Bees
  • Varroa Mite Treatment
  • Pollination programs
  • Hive maintenance
  • Honey Marketing
  • Honey Processing
  • Queen Rearing
  • Wax Production
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making
  • Work Prioritization
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Problem Identification
  • Work Planning

Certification

  • Certified Beekeeper, Al mayya group Organic Honey Farm Manahil - 2020 till date

football and swimming

From my childhood i have always dreamt of being a professional footballer, but due to some difficulties that i faced in my childhood, i cold not achieve that. But right now i can still play despite my advanced age if case i am given the opportunity. Swimming on the other hand is also one of my favorite  because its and thing to know because one never knows where life will offer to you one day.

Languages

English
French

Timeline

Beekeeper - Al Maya Group Organic Honey Farm Manahil
08.2020 - Current
Government High School Yaounde - High School Diploma,

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