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Perform queen bee artificial insemination

KHU-AGR-0111

Australian Equivalent

AHCBEK402

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to determine suitable method for artificial breeding objectives and develop a program to collect semen from drone honey bees and artificially inseminate a queen bee. The unit applies to advanced beekeepers who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete specialised bee breeding activities They work autonomously and have accountability for the work of others. They research, analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. State and territory legislation, regulations and local government by-laws apply in some jurisdictions to beehive ownership and compliance with biosecurity codes of practice.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Determine breeding method

0111.E1.O1Review options for artificial breeding to determine the most suitable and affordable method in line with breeding objectives

0111.E1.O2Select an artificial breeding option according to workplace breeding program and queen and drone management program

0111.E1.O3Identify, source and arrange resource requirements for breeding program

0111.E1.O4Prepare program schedules based on available resources

0111.E1.O5Identify health and safety in the workplace hazards and hygiene practices, assess risks and implement control measures

0111.E1.O6Select, ensure serviceability, fitted and used personal protective equipment during insemination process

E2Implement breeding method

0111.E2.O1Obtain genetic material ensuring its health, reliability and legitimacy according to required bee characteristics and breeding objectives

0111.E2.O2Receive, check and store genetic material to ensure maximum viability for program outcomes

0111.E2.O3Manage rearing times to ensure age and condition of breeding bees occurs according to schedule

0111.E2.O4Collect semen from drones according to workplace hygiene and collection procedures

0111.E2.O5Prepare queen and inseminate ensuring minimal risk of contamination according to workplace protocols

0111.E2.O6Place queen in a colony of suitable strength and monitor colony development and health according to workplace procedures

E3Monitor and maintain program

0111.E3.O1Review genetic material transfer and management practices to inform future breeding programs

0111.E3.O2Document performance data in progeny resulting from genetic material transfer programs

0111.E3.O3Calculate and use success rates from breeding objectives to determine success of artificial insemination program

0111.E3.O4Identify and record modifications to queen and drone management program to assist continuous improvement processes