Analysis of Apis mellifera Bee Forage Vegetation and its Implications for Colony Productivity Sri Minarti, Poppy Satya Puspita, and Eka Nurwahyuni
Faculty of Animal Science, Universitas Brawijaya, Malang 65145, Indonesia
Abstract
Abstract. Forage vegetation is an important factor in supporting the success of honey bee (Apis mellifera) farming. This study aimed to analyze the types of forage vegetation used by Apis mellifera bees and analyze the relationship between forage vegetation availability and colony productivity. The research was conducted in several areas with different flowering plant diversity. Data were collected through direct observation and botanical analysis of vegetation around beehives. The results showed that colonies placed in areas with high flowering plant diversity had higher productivity compared to colonies in locations with limited vegetation. This article underscores the importance of forage vegetation diversity in supporting bee colony health and productivity.
