| Titre : | Unveiling the symbiotic nexus: pathways linking beekeeping, crop pollination, and biodiversity protection in a Moroccan case study (2025) |
| Auteurs : | R. Sabbahi ; S. El Assri ; A. Bouanga ; S. Chafiki ; R. Qessaoui ; R. Bouharroud |
| Type de document : | Article |
| Dans : | Journal of Insect Conservation (vol. 29, n. 6, December 2025) |
| Article en page(s) : | p. 96 |
| Langues : | Anglais |
| Langues du résumé : | Anglais |
| Catégories : |
Catégories principales 07 - ENVIRONNEMENT ; 7.4 - Ressources Naturelles : Paysage, Biodiversité, Patrimoine naturelThésaurus IAMM BIODIVERSITE ; POLLINISATION ; APICULTURE ; CONSERVATION DES RESSOURCES ; MAROC |
| Résumé : | Morocco is characterized by different landscapes from coastlines to dry deserts. These areas are home to various pollinators, like honey bees and wild bees. These insects play a key role in our food supply and the health of ecosystems. This paper examines the intricate nexus between beekeeping, pollination, and biodiversity conservation, highlighting beekeeping's dual role as an agricultural cornerstone and as a catalyst for ecological stewardship. Through an in-depth analysis of the beekeeping sector's contributions to pollinator-dependent crops such as almonds, argan, and citrus, this study illustrates the economic and ecological benefits pollinators bring to Morocco's agricultural systems. The work delves into sustainable beekeeping practices, addressing pressing challenges like pesticide use and habitat loss, while showcasing innovative strategies such as the Farming with Alternative Pollinators approach. These strategies offer practical pathways to enhance pollinator health and bolster agricultural resilience. Case studies further illustrate the symbiotic relationship between crop productivity and pollinator diversity, underscoring the critical need for habitat restoration, integrated pest management, and education initiatives. Policy recommendations emphasize aligning beekeeping with biodiversity conservation through research investments, landscape-level management, and stakeholder collaboration. Combining beekeeping efforts with protecting biodiversity will enable Morocco to improve food security, support rural areas, and lead in sustainable farming practices. Overall, this study offers a strategic roadmap for leveraging beekeeping as a cornerstone of ecological and economic sustainability in Morocco. Implications for insect conservation: Sustainable beekeeping aligned with biodiversity-friendly farming can serve as a practical framework for conserving both managed and wild pollinators. Strengthening habitat connectivity, regulating pesticide use, and promoting integrated management strategies are essential to protect Morocco's diverse pollinator fauna. These measures can inform broader insect conservation initiatives in agroecosystems facing similar ecological and socioeconomic challenges. |
| Cote : | Réservé lecteur CIHEAM |
| URL / DOI : | https://doi.org/10.1007/s10841-025-00726-z |
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