Constraints and suggestions in adoption of recommended beekeeping practices in Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand

Beekeeping refers to the human-driven maintenance and management of honey bee colonies, typically in hives, and is considered an environmentally sustainable and socially and economically viable endeavor. Understanding the challenges hindering the adoption of recommended beekeeping practices can enhance the collaboration between research, extension systems, and practitioners. This study focused on the Bhimtal block in Nainital district, Uttarakhand, known for its significant honey production. The top four honeyproducing villages were chosen to pinpoint constraints and gather suggestions regarding the adoption of recommended beekeeping practices in the Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand. The primary obstacles identified in the study include a lack of essential skills to embrace recommended practices and a skepticism about the practical utility of modern-day recommendations. The study aimed to uncover these constraints and propose recommendations to promote the adoption of recommended beekeeping practices in the Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand.