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11th Asian Apicultural Association Conference

28 September - 2 October 2012 Primula Hotel, Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

The Asian Apicultural Association (AAA) assists communication and exchange of information between bee scientists and beekeepers in Asia. We need to co-ordinate bee research, extension and diversity of beekeeping promotion and to make efforts relevant to the business community and people everywhere.

The Conference Committee has identified the following special areas of focus:

• Bee biology, behaviour, diseases and pests

• Bee pollination and bee plants

• Bee products

• Beekeeping and honey hunting equipment and technologies

• Apitherapy and pharmaceuticals

• Environment and conservation For more information visit www.asianbeeconference.org/11thaaaconference

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