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Viktoriya  Ostanina

Viktoriya Ostanina

Almaty

Summary

Proven beekeeping expert with a track record of enhancing colony health and honey yields for Russian Bees. Skilled in queen breeding and integrated pest management, demonstrating dedication and a keen eye for detail. Excelled in community education on bee conservation, showcasing exceptional teamwork and adaptability. Achieved sustainable growth and productivity improvements in apiary operations.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Beekeeper

Brown Bees
02.2022 - 06.2022


  • Destroyed excess queen bee cells to prevent division of colony.
  • Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize the impact of pests on colony health without harming beneficial organisms.
  • Harvested and extracted honey
  • Worked with nucs and produced mates queens

Beekeeper

Self- Employed/temporary Work for Russian Bees
03.2017 - 09.2021

Transportation bees for harvesting honey and pollination

Producing packed bees and queens for sale

Senior Beekeeper

Russian Bees
03.2005 - 10.2016
  • Educated community members about the importance of bee conservation through workshops, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations at local events.
  • Maintained orderly condition and cleanliness of hives by regularly checking colonies for larvae and pests.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with local landowners, securing prime locations for placing apiaries that contributed to successful honey production.
  • Raised queen bees using best breeding practices to improve genetics within the apiary for higher honey yields and disease resistance.
  • Collected royal jelly from queen bee cells to sell as base for cosmetics and health food.
  • Transportation beehives to fields for harvesting and pollination

Beekeeper

Russian Bees
02.2002 - 03.2005
  • 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.
  • Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize the impact of pests on colony health without harming beneficial organisms.
  • Scraped out parasites and removed vermin such as birds and mice.

Assistant Beekeeper

Russian Bees
03.2000 - 02.2002
  • Shake/ Package Bees
  • Fix/Medicate/ Feed Hives
  • Pull Honey
  • Extract honey

Education

Diploma Of Beekeeper - Beekeeping, Apiculture Products And Pollination

Ryazan Agrotechnological University
Ryazan, Russia
12.2014

Certificate - Advanced Methods of Modern Beekeeping

Mashav- Cinadco Training Centre
Shefayim Kibbutz, Israel
12.2013

Skills

  • Fast Learner
  • Highly Dependable
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Able to work under pressure 
  • Professionalism
  • Self-Motivated 
  •  Multicultural Sensitivity/Awareness  
  • Dedication/ Hard worker
  • Positive attitude/ Energy
  • Flexibility/ Adaptability
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Friendly/outgoing personality
  • Honesty/Integrity
  • Reliable/Responsible

Certification

  • Truck driver licence (HC)
  • Forklift operator certificate

Timeline

Beekeeper

Brown Bees
02.2022 - 06.2022

Beekeeper

Self- Employed/temporary Work for Russian Bees
03.2017 - 09.2021

Senior Beekeeper

Russian Bees
03.2005 - 10.2016

Beekeeper

Russian Bees
02.2002 - 03.2005

Assistant Beekeeper

Russian Bees
03.2000 - 02.2002

Diploma Of Beekeeper - Beekeeping, Apiculture Products And Pollination

Ryazan Agrotechnological University

Certificate - Advanced Methods of Modern Beekeeping

Mashav- Cinadco Training Centre
Viktoriya Ostanina