The Importance of Traditional Beekeeping Practices in Protecting Honeybee Populations

Introduction

Honeybees are under threat globally due to various factors such as nutrition, habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change. Colony Collapse Disorder has been a major concern since 2006, leading to the death of millions of honey bees. Industrial beekeeping practices exacerbate this issue, making bees more vulnerable to threats like the varroa mite.