By Saskia Warrick | November 6, 2024
As Guyana works to improve food sustainability, the role of beekeeping, or apiculture, has become increasingly significant in its agricultural landscape.
While honey production remains a key component, the true value of beekeeping lies in its critical role in pollination, which impacts food security across the region.
Experts highlight that approximately one-third of the food supply relies on pollination by bees, which are essential for the growth of various crops and the production of many fruits and vegetables.
In Guyana, this means beekeeping is not only vital for honey but also plays a crucial part in maintaining the food system, ensuring the country’s agricultural sustainability.
In addition to enhancing crop production, bees also support the health of forests and help protect the coastal plain, an area vulnerable to flooding.
The positive effects of pollination extend beyond food security, contributing to the resilience of ecosystems across the region.
With beekeeping emerging as a growing sector in Guyana’s agricultural strategy, experts emphasize its role in securing a sustainable future.
The focus on apiculture is integral to fostering long-term environmental and food security solutions for the country.