Análise da viabilidade econômica e social com práticas de economia solidária na associação de apicultores de Sumé-PB.

Abstract

Beekeeping is one of the fastest growing sectors in Paraiba, due, among other factors, their vulnerability to short dry periods, when compared to other agricultural activities. Honey, that is used as food by humans since prehistoric times, for several centuries was removed the swarms so extractive and predatory. However, with time , the man was learning to protect their swarms and manage them so that there was greater honey production without harming the bees . Thus, the aim of this study is to analyze the Beekeepers Association Sume - Paraiba as their economic and social viability, emphasizing the principles of solidarity economy practices and education among youth and adults associated. Its methodology is a descriptive - exploratory, qualitative, and a case study with questionnaires among associates and journal entries researcher's field. Today, in addition to honey, you can explore by creating rational bees products such as bee pollen, royal jelly, queens, pollination, bee venom, wax, and other products. Much of the semiarid region has a rich flowering of bees for pollination, such as rape, the jua, and quince, which contributes to the production of honey of high purity, ensuring a good acceptance in the consumer market. Thus, it appears that this association is socially and economically feasible, but the association still needs to overcome some obstacles such as the lack of programs for development of beekeeping, appropriate technical assistance and marketing of domestic output , and only then will better achieve quality of life for its members .