Abstract            Volume:13  Issue-1  Year-2025         Original Research Articles

Online ISSN : 2347 - 3215 Issues : 12 per year Publisher : Excellent Publishers Email : editorijcret@gmail.com

Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) is an important plant for honeybees due to its nectar production, nutritional value, and ecological benefits. Here are the key reasons why buckwheat is significant for honeybees. This study examines the impact of buckwheat cultivation near apiaries on honey yield. Data were collected from 36 hives across various districts. The mean honey yield from hives near buckwheat fields was significantly higher (42.29 ± 2.38) compared to hives without nearby buckwheat (33.81 ± 3.62). The average increase in yield attributable to buckwheat presence was 8.48 units, with differences ranging from 3.90 to 16.90. Buckwheat flowers produce an abundant supply of nectar, which is highly attractive to honeybees. Nectar from buckwheat has a high sugar content, providing a rich energy source for bees. The plant blooms over several weeks, offering a sustained nectar flow, especially during late summer when other nectar sources may be scarce. In addition to nectar, buckwheat provides pollen, an essential protein source for bee colonies. Pollen collected from buckwheat helps support brood rearing and overall colony health. These findings suggest that buckwheat cultivation near apiaries can enhance honey production, potentially benefiting apicultural practices.

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