CraftsmanshipVideo · 28 May 2018

Inside the Beehives of Mauritius – Michael Lafrance, Beekeeper in Wolmar

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In Wolmar, on the west coast of Mauritius, Michael Lafrance introduces us to the fascinating world of beekeeping. A Mauritian beekeeper for nearly 35 years, he works to the rhythm of the seasons, flowering cycles and life within the colonies. Every intervention requires patience, precision and respect. Beekeepers must observe the bees, understand their signals and preserve the hive's fragile balance. Beekeeping in Mauritius is about more than producing honey. Bees play an essential role in pollination, biodiversity and preserving the island's landscapes. Through Michael Lafrance's story, Travel-Îles reveals another side of Mauritius: its craftsmanship, quiet passions and people with a deep connection to their environment. Step inside the beehives of Wolmar and discover the daily life of a passionate beekeeper, the attentive guardian of a world as precious as it is little known on the west coast of Mauritius.

Meet Michael Lafrance, a Mauritian beekeeper based in Wolmar for 35 years, and enter the world of bees, honey and biodiversity.

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