Abstract

BENDINI, J.N. et al. Spatial characterization of beekeeping in the micro region of Campos do Jordao, São Paulo, Brazil. Arch. zootec. [online]. 2014, vol.63, n.244, pp.689-692. ISSN 1885-4494.  https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S0004-05922014000400012.

This study aimed to generate a database related to the spatial distribution of hives and productivity of regional producers, through the Geographic Information System (GIS) using the Global Positioning System. To build the database of geographical information (GIS) software for processing of geo-referenced information was used. The microregion (4 municipalities and 54 beekeepers) shows concentrations (pockets) of beekeepers and hives in certain locations. Further studies are needed on the characteristics of the local flora for bees to infer about possible saturation of floral resources, since no differences were observed between honey production in apiaries isolated or inserted into the pockets. The GIS proved to be an efficient tool for monitoring the location and origin of regional production, and for planning the distribution of hives and apiaries and so, contribute to a better use of flora and improvement of productivity of the apiaries.

Keywords : Geographic Information System; Honey.

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