Beekeeping, also known as apiculture, is the practice of maintaining bee colonies, typically in man-made hives, to produce honey and other bee products such as beeswax, propolis, and royal jelly. Beekeepers, or apiarists, manage the health and productivity of honeybee colonies by providing suitable habitats, monitoring for pests and diseases, and ensuring access to flowering plants for foraging. In addition to producing honey, beekeeping plays a crucial role in pollination, which supports biodiversity and agriculture.