Rain leaves bitter aftertaste as honey production takes hit

THE summer rains might have brought respite from the blistering heat for the residents of Kanniyakumari, but it has not rendered the same for the beekeepers of the district.

- M ABDUL RABI @Kanniyakumari

The rain has affected the honey production this season. Beekeepers, mostly in the western parts of the district, say they are incurring losses.

An official from the horticulture department, who supports the beekeepers with government schemes, said, "The summer rain has washed away the nectar, resulting in a decline in honey production in the rubber trees across the district. A similar situation was experienced two years ago."