Journal of Entomological Research

SCOPUSWeb of Science
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 48
  • Issue: suppl

Role of honeybees in improving biodiversity and sustainable source of income

Department of Agriculture, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be) University, Mullana-133 207, Ambala, Haryana, India

1Rice Research Station, Kaul, Kaithal - 136 021, Haryana, India

2Department of Zoology and Environmental Sciences, Punjabi University, Patiala - 147 002, Punjab, India

Abstract

Honeybees in addition to honey, provide wax, propolis, bee venom, royal jelly and pollen, besides being one of the most important pollinators. Honey bees also help in maintenance of biodiversity. The aim of this study is to highlight the involvement of honeybees in green economy and improve sustainable income for farmers through bee products and in human health.

Keywords

Beekeeping, Conservation, Forest management, Green economy, Pollination