Honeybees: An Adaptive and Resilient Solution for Sustainable Global Food Security
摘要
Sustainable development aims to satisfy current demands without risking the capacity of future generations to meet their own. Various policies and measures influence food security and sustainable development, including productivity, sustainability outcomes, price volatility, public-private partnerships, and agriculture. The price volatility of commodities contributes to national food insecurity, as nearly one-third of people rely on agricultural production. Beekeeping is crucial in increasing yield, as bees pollinate flowers, resulting in a one-fourth increase in crop yields. Furthermore, bees provide ecosystem services for sustainable horticulture, agriculture, and food and nutrition security. The quality and quantity of agricultural outputs are enhanced by honeybee pollination services, which raise market value and growers’ earnings. In the United States, pollination generates USD 16 billion annually, with 12 billion due to honeybee accessibility. Culturing stingless honeybees for pollination can be an effective solution as they can withstand severe droughts and low temperatures and require minimal maintenance. In addition to their economic value and contribution to sustainable global food security, these indigenous pollinators support healthy ecosystems needed for clean air, stable soil, clean water, and diverse wildlife.