SILVA, J. L. L. S.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/1188624963036025; SILVA, Jorge Luiz Lucena de Souza.
Resumo:
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 .