Beekeeping serves as a vital supplementary livelihood for farmers, contributing to both economic gains and agricultural sustainability. This study examines the adoption of beekeeping practices among farmers in Haryana, identifying the factors influencing their engagement and challenges faced in the process. Data were collected through structured interviews with farmers across selected districts, focusing on variables. The findings revealed that majority of farmers (56.67%) prefer alternative occupations over beekeeping, citing limited family support (23.33%), socio-cultural constraints (13.33%) and lack of land and resources (58.66%) as key barriers. Additionally, financial challenges, including insufficient funds (65.33%) and lack of loan facilities (42.00%), hinder adoption. The majority of farmers (94.67%) cited low initial investment as a major motivator, followed by low labour requirements (92.66%) and minimal technical demands (89.33%). The study emphasizes the need for enhanced policy support, capacity-building initiatives and improved market connectivity to boost the adoption and sustainability of beekeeping. In this regard, the main challenges are securing comprehensive and reliable data on beekeeping practices and adoption rates among farmers in Haryana. These insights aim to guide stakeholders in promoting beekeeping as a viable and sustainable livelihood option in Haryana.
Chander et al. (Sun,) studied this question.