By providing beekeeping skills, METGE is aiming to assist local people in producing and harvesting organic quality honey, and other products like propolis and wax, to sell at markets domestically. As part of METGE’s commitment to creating alternative livelihood options for our tree planting, we work with several local communities in Mt Elgon region to facilitate the construction and maintenance of beehives.

Honey from these modern beehives can be collected and sold to provide a new viable and sustainable source of income. This reduces dependence on economic activities that pose a threat to trees and other wildlife along with their habitat, like logging, Not only do bees provide a source of income, but they also attract and support natural pollinators that keep the trees and crops healthy.