Beekeeping

Beekeeping is an activity that has been around for centuries, practiced by civilizations across the globe. It involves maintaining and tending to a colony of bees, usually in man-made hives, in order to gain a honey harvest as well as other bee related products. Beekeepers are responsible for ensuring that their colonies are healthy and safe from predators and pests. In addition to harvesting honey, beekeepers can also collect bee’s wax which can be used for making candles or cosmetics and propolis which can be used medicinally. There are many benefits associated with beekeeping such as providing agricultural pollination services, increased production of fruits and vegetables, and even aiding in the conservation effort of saving the declining honeybee population.