Yaoqiang Shan , Haoyi Shan , Fangfang Zhu

1 Shaoxing Shan’s Bee Industry Co., Ltd., Shaoxing 312035, Zhejiang, China
2 Kuaijifengjiang (Shaoxing) Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd., Shaoxing, 312037, Zhejiang, China
3 Zhejiang Agronomist College, Hangzhou, 310021, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Molecular Entomology, 2025, Vol. 16, No. 1   
Received: 02 Jan., 2025    Accepted: 04 Feb., 2025    Published: 15 Feb., 2025

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This study examines the impact of optimized bee feed, focusing on supplemental diets rich in proteins, carbohydrates, and essential micronutrients. Key findings demonstrate that supplemental feeding with balanced protein sources enhances brood production, colony strength, and honey yield. Additionally, supplemental diets can improve bee immunity and resilience to stressors such as malnutrition and pesticide exposure. Seasonal feeding strategies and nutrient-rich artificial diets are highlighted as effective methods to support colony health during forage scarcity. This study underscores the importance of integrating optimized feeding practices with environmental conservation to ensure sustainable beekeeping practices and ecosystem health. The insights provide a valuable framework for beekeepers, researchers, and policymakers aiming to enhance bee colony resilience and productivity.

Bee nutrition; Colony health; Feed optimization; Supplemental feeding; Environmental resilience