Number of Bee Hives

This dataset provides a comprehensive inventory of bee hives within Kayunga District, Uganda. It aims to capture the scale and diversity of beekeeping practices in the region. The dataset includes:

• Geographic Location:
  • Sub-county or parish location of each hive or apiary.
• Hive Type:
  • Classification of hives into various types, such as:
  • Traditional/local hives (e.g., log hives, clay pot hives).
  • Transitional hives (e.g., Kenya Top Bar hives - KTB).
  • Modern hives (e.g., Langstroth hives).
• Hive Count:
  • The number of hives of each type present at each location.

This dataset is valuable for:

• Assessing the prevalence of different beekeeping practices in Kayunga District.
• Estimating the potential for honey production and other bee products.
• Identifying areas with high concentrations of beekeeping activity.
• Supporting beekeeping development initiatives and extension services.
• Providing a baseline for future beekeeping growth analysis.
• Analyzing the adaption of modern vs traditional bee keeping methods.

It can be used by researchers, agricultural extension officers, and development organizations to inform strategies for promoting sustainable beekeeping and improving livelihoods in Kayunga District.