Approximately 30 million hectares globally are dedicated to organic farming, with products…

Approximately 30 million hectares globally are dedicated to organic farming, with products from these methods valued at $40 billion. In economically developed nations, organic products account for 5% of the food supply, a figure that continues to rise. Standards for organic products have been developed and refined since 1991. Organic beekeeping (OB) currently exists in 60 countries, adhering to principles similar to organic agriculture, though it is more labor-intensive and costly than conventional beekeeping. The higher prices and steady demand for organic products drive the growth of OB.