Laura Wilburn

Evidence suggests that humans have been keeping and managing bees for their honey and other products for at least 9,000 years. Early forms of beekeeping involved harvesting honey from wild colonies found in natural cavities like hollow trees. Today, beekeeping continues to be practiced worldwide, ranging from small-scale hobbyists to large-scale commercial operations. Beekeeping plays a crucial role in pollinating crops, supporting biodiversity small-scale operations honey from wild colonies found.