Beekeeping as a Tool for Sustainable Rural Development vol. 7 br. 2 str. 1054-1066 Abstract: The symbiotic relationship between bees and the environment underscores the potential of apiculture as a sustainable practice. Bees, as pollinators, play a crucial role in ecosystem health and biodiversity conservation. Their pollination services are essential for the reproduction of numerous plant species, including many crops that constitute the backbone of agricultural economies. Beekeeping can diversify income sources, reducing dependence on single crops and enhancing household resilience to economic shocks. The aim of this paper is to explore the multifaceted role of apiculture as a tool for sustainable rural development. In conclusion, apiculture holds immense promise as a tool for sustainable rural development, offering a pathway towards economic prosperity, social inclusion, and environmental stewardship. By harnessing the synergies between bees, biodiversity, and community development, beekeeping has the potential to transform rural landscapes and livelihoods. However, realizing this potential requires concerted efforts to address the challenges and barriers that hinder the widespread adoption of beekeeping practices. Through collaborative action and integrated approaches, it can unlock the transformative power of apiculture and build resilient, vibrant, and sustainable rural communities for generations to come. 2024 Keywords: Apiculture; honeybee; honey; agriculture; rural development info:eu-repo/semantics/review Prodanović, Radivoj Brkić, Ivana Soleša, Katarina Vapa Tankosić, Jelena Ljubojević Pelić, Dragana Pelić, Miloš Bursić, Vojislava Beekeeping as a Tool for Sustainable Rural Development http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode application/pdf 583883 bytes https://unilib.phaidrabg.rs/o:4658 doi:10.55817/IXVM2800 eng