Management and conservation of Philippine Bees
Abstract
© Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2018. All rights reserved. This chapter highlights the status and trends in bee research and development in the Philippines. The diversity of bee species, bee plants, and management of stingless bees for pollination, production of bee products, and threats to beekeeping were discussed. This focuses on studying the biology of native honey bee species including stingless bees to promote sustainability of beekeeping and pollination services. In order to support to the beekeeping industry, the Philippine National Standards for Code for Best Beekeeping Practices and Honey were established by the Bureau of Agriculture and Fishery Standard.
Source or Periodical Title
Asian Beekeeping in the 21st Century
Page
307-321
Document Type
Article
Subject
Aethina tumida, Apis andreniformis, Apis breviligula, Apis cerana, Apis dorsata, Apis nigrocincta, Solitary bees, Stingless bees, Tropilaelaps spp., Varroa spp.
Recommended Citation
Cervancia, Cleofas R., "Management and conservation of Philippine Bees" (2021). Journal Article. 1077.
https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/journal-articles/1077