Laboratory of Animal Science

Collaborative Research Focus

In partnership with:

Laboratory of Field and Pasture Forage Production
Laboratory of Agrochemical Analyseis

The Laboratory of Animal Science conducts comprehensive studies on:

Forage source evaluation
Quality assessment of stored forages
Development of balanced nutrition protocols for animals across gender and age categories

Apiary Research & Bee Breeding

Facilities & Breeding Program

Operational apiary with 120 bee colonies
Specialization in pedigree bee breeding for elite queen bee production

Breed Development Achievement

Dal’nevostochnaya honey bee breed:
- Included in State Register of Breeding Achievements (2018)
- Patent No. 9428
- Genetic distinctiveness confirmed by FSBSI “All-Russian Scientific Research Institute for Animal Husbandry”

Innovative Bee Nutrition Research

Plant-based preparation studies:
- Siberian Ginseng (extracts/leaf infusions):
  - Enhances colony productivity
  - Improves overwintering success
  - Stimulates spring colony growth
- Published guidelines on optimal preparation/usage methods

Honey Production Management

Nectar Source Optimization

Developed in collaboration with Laboratory of Field and Pasture Forage Production:

Primary melliferous crops:
- White/Yellow sweetclovers (200-300 kg/ha honey yield)
- Eastern galega
- Buckwheat
- Phacelia
Dual-purpose production:
✓ Honey
✓ Melliferous crop seeds for regional distribution

Apiary Technology Innovation

Polyurethane foam hive system:
- Specifically adapted for the conditions of Primorsky kray

Academic Contributions & Recognition

Published Guidelines

“Technology for the preparation and use of plant-based stimulating feeding for bee colonies”
- Golden Medal, “Golden Autumn” Exhibition (2011)
“Varroosis of honey bees under Primorsky kray conditions (distribution, biology and control methods)”

Patent

Utility Model “Honey Extractor” (2015)