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Economic and ecological impact of bees in Brazil

Overview

Research and agricultural initiatives in Brazil are highlighting the economic and ecological importance of bee pollination and apiculture. In São Paulo, a study by BIOTA Síntese, the University of São Paulo, and the State Secretariat for Environment, Infrastructure, and Logistics suggests that addressing deficits in bee pollination services could generate up to R$ 4.2 billion annually for the state economy. The Native Bees Program (PAN-FF), established in 2020, manages native stingless bee species within conservation units; currently, these units host 32 species, representing 51% of the state's recorded species. The program manages approximately 192 rational boxes and plans to implement 30 educational meliponaries.

In the Pampa Gaúcho region, the BASF Coexistence Project between Agriculture and Apiculture has demonstrated practical benefits by utilizing soybean nectar as supplemental food. During the 2025/26 season, 23 beekeepers harvested approximately 36 tons of honey, a 44% increase from the previous year. To support bee health during the soybean off-season, the initiative includes planting 5,000 native tree species. Similar potential for integration has been identified in Mato Grosso.

In São Paulo, the honey production chain exceeded R$ 100 million in value in 2025, according to IBGE data. The state maintains over 261,000 hives across approximately 3,000 properties. To support the sector, the State Bee Health Program (PESAb) conducts sanitary inspections and controls inputs to protect hives from pests and pesticides. Furthermore, research into the genetic evaluation of native stingless bees, such as the Jataí, is being conducted to assist in Atlantic Forest recovery. The state’s traceability and audit systems have also received recognition from European Union missions, which may facilitate increased exports.

Entities

Imea · BASF Soluções para Agricultura Brasil · Gabriel Ribeiro · European Union · Mãos que Ajudam

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Brazilian initiatives promote bee conservation and sustainable honey production

    Brazilian projects in Rio Grande do Sul and Acre are advancing bee conservation through soybean honey integration and stingless bee ecotourism.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    São Paulo reinforces bee protection as honey production exceeds R$ 100 million

    São Paulo's honey production reached R$ 100 million in 2025. The state is investing in bee health programs, scientific research, and sanitary inspections to protect pollinators and expand international exports.

  3. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Soybean cultivation in Brazil boosts honey production

    Soybean cultivation in Brazil's Pampa Gaúcho region yielded 36 tons of honey in the 2025/26 season, a 44% increase driven by integrated agricultural and apiculture practices.

  4. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Bee pollination could generate R$ 4.2 billion annually in São Paulo

    Bee pollination services could boost São Paulo's economy by R$ 4.2 billion annually, according to a study by USP and Semil, highlighting the vital role of pollinators in agriculture and biodiversity.

Sources

agencia.ac.gov.br · agron.com.br · agronews.tv.br · jornaldiadia.com.br · onortao.com.br · poa24horas.com.br · portaldoagronegocio.com.br · regiaonoroeste.com · rpnews.com.br · viagemegastronomia.com.br

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