About HBRTC

The establishment of the Honey Bee Research and Training Centre (HBRTC) in 2013 marked a significant milestone, initially spanning 30 acres and later expanding to an impressive 32 acres due to its remarkable progress and the escalating recognition of the vital role honey bees play in our ecosystem. This makes Pantnagar University the first agricultural institution to dedicate such a vast area to honey bee research and training. The centre is diligently working to uplift the socio-economic status of Uttarakhand's rural population while simultaneously striving for ecological balance. Presently, the HBRTC boasts an impressive collection of 16,000 diverse bee flora, a state-of-the-art processing plant, and the unique Madhu Vatika. Recently inaugurated by Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh, the Honourable Governor of Uttarakhand, on April 4, 2025, the Madhu Vatika is a dedicated haven for pollinators. It features various nesting sites for solitary bees and a vital water body, designed to create an ideal environment for honey bees and other pollinators. Furthermore, the Madhu Vatika is meticulously curated with bee flora that ensures continuous blooms throughout the year, providing an incessant food source for these crucial insects.