Learning beekeeping using augmented reality technology
The General Directorate of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources in the Governorate of Al Sharqiyah South, represented by the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources in the Wilayat of Al Kamil W’al Wafi and the Rural Development Section of the Directorate, organised the “Beekeeper of the Future” initiative using augmented reality technology.
The initiative, targeting 300 students from summer centres, aims to spread awareness of rural development products in a fun and interactive manner, which promotes understanding and exploring the world of agricultural and rural products in a fun and interactive way.
The initiative included several educational and interactive corners.
Ali al Hashmi, Director of the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources in the Wilayat of Al Kamil W’al Wafi, said that the initiative was adopted by the General Directorate of
Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, with the support of the Oman Liquefied Natural Gas Company.
“This initiative is considered the second at the governorate level and aims to develop cognitive skills among students and train them on how to raise bees and use tools in beekeeping, production, storage and packaging,” he said.
Al Hashmi stressed that the General Directorate of
Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources will continue to establish such initiatives to cover all wilayats of the governorate.
Eng Arwa bint Mohammed al Maamariyah, Head of the Rural Development Department, said, “It is a valuable experience for the emerging generations, and we hope to reach thousands of children.”
The idea for this initiative came as a continuation of the efforts made by the ministry to enhance the level of knowledge and awareness of good beekeeping practices in the Sultanate of Oman and to achieve sustainable development goals.