The objective of this project is to reduce the incidence of bee diseases and pests and safeguard apiculture as a means for income generation. The project is carried out in collaboration with the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology.

 One of the main activities will be the establishment of a Center for Bee Diseases and Pests in Hadramut, with four satellite stations in Shabwah, Taizz, Al‑Dhala and Al‑Hudaydah, which are the main honey producing regions. This will improve colony health, increase honey productivity, support pollination services for food security, generate new knowledge regarding bee diseases and pests and enhance market access. The project will attract women, youth, local entrepreneurs and scientists and will facilitate inter‑professional clusters based on innovation systems and effect public and private partnerships.