Apiarists and sericulturists

Apiarists and sericulturists plan, organize and perform operations to breed, raise and tend insects such as honey bees, silkworms, and other species to produce honey, beeswax, silk and other prodcuts for sale or delivery to wholesale buyers, marketing organizations or at markets.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

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  • The majority of Apiarists and sericulturists earn a salary between R3 523 and R16 557 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Apiarists and sericulturists ranges from R3 523 to R9 544.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R4 159 and R11 664 per month.

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Duties and tasks

  • Monitoring market activity and conditions, determining kinds and amounts of insect products to produce, and planning and coordinating production accordingly
  • Purchasing insects and growing or purchasing feed and other supplies
  • Breeding, raising and tending insects and collecting their products
  • Renting or investing in, and maintaining and cleaning, buildings, machinery, equipment and structures
  • Storing and carrying out some processing of produce
  • Arranging the sale, purchase and transportation of stock, produce and supplies and maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities
  • Training and supervising workers in production procedures, maintenance duties, and health and safety precautions, and hiring and discharging workers and contractors

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