Pollination is the process of transferring pollen between the male and female parts of flowers, essential for the production of fruits and seeds in numerous agricultural crops. About 75% of food crops worldwide depend on pollination, either directly or indirectly, to increase their productivity, as well as the quality and uniformity of the fruits. This process is vital not only for global food security but also for maintaining biodiversity.
Bees, especially the species Apis mellifera, are key players in this process. In addition to being highly efficient pollinators, their adaptability and ease of management make them the ideal choice for agricultural pollination.
WHY IS POLLINATION ESSENTIAL?
Increased agricultural productivity: crops that depend on pollination, once this need is met, show higher yield per hectare.
Improved product quality: larger fruits, more uniform, and with higher nutrient content.
Reduced agricultural costs: natural pollination reduces the need for artificial techniques, such as manual pollination, for example.
Environmental sustainability: the use of bees promotes ecological balance and leads to a reduction in the use of agrochemicals. With increased production through improved productivity, there is less need to expand agricultural frontiers.
TECHNOLOGY IN BEEKEEPING
Telemetric sensors to
monitor beehives
The inclusion of telemetric sensors in hive management is revolutionizing beekeeping, ensuring that bees remain healthy and fully efficient for agricultural pollination. These devices enable real-time monitoring of key factors for hive health and pollination efficiency.
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Internal temperature and humidity: Monitoring these essential parameters allows for tracking larval development, honey and pollen production and storage—conditions crucial to the overall well-being of the colony.
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Flight activity: Records bee departures and returns, allowing the identification of periods of low or high activity. It will alert to potential predator attacks that may suddenly reduce bee flow in the colony.
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Sound frequency: Detects signs of stress, such as queen death, swarming, or predator attacks.
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External weather conditions: Helps correlate bee behavior with environmental factors.
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Georeferencing: Georeferenced positioning of beehives in real time.
ADVANCED ALGORITHMS TO PREDICT PRODUCTIVITY INCREASE AND CREDITS
The use of advanced algorithms to predict increased productivity in pollinated agricultural crops and to identify potential biodiversity and carbon credits generated by regenerative beekeeping.
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Increased pollination efficiency: bees in good conditions work better and faster.
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Loss prevention: early alerts allow for rapid interventions.
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Sustainability: minimizes manual interventions and reduces environmental impact.
CROPS BENEFITED BY AGRICULTURAL POLLINATION.
Conclusion: the future of agriculture
with bees.
Agricultural pollination with Apis mellifera is a sustainable and profitable solution to meet the growing global food demand. Combining traditional beekeeping practices with telemetry technology ensures not only bee health but also agricultural production efficiency. Investing in pollination means investing in a future where food security and sustainability go hand in hand. In Brazil and around the world, bees remain the vital link between nature and agriculture.
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