Beekeeping (apiculture) is the raising of honey bee colonies, commonly in hives, by humans. This is done be beekeepers (apiarist) to collect honey, bee propolis, beeswax and other bee products.

BENEFITS OF BEE KEEPING

The advantages of beekeeping surpass honey production and pollination. Bees produce other products such as beeswax, propolis, and royal jelly which can be harvested and put to good use

The benefits are;

  • Honey
  • Bees wax for lip gloss, candles, hair care products, soaps and wood polishes just to name a few.
  • Boosts agricultural production as they pollination the crops
  • Bee pollen and propolis are natural remedies for allergies and other ailments.
  • Keeping bee could be for passion and entertainment as being a social insect the are intriguing to watch.