Question

How is pasturage important?

Answer 1

Pasturage is the green patch of land having sufficient vegetation from where honey bees collect nectar and pollen grains for converting it into honey. The pasturage should be there in the vicinity of apiary so that bees procure it without much difficulty.

Answer 2

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• Pasturage is the availability of flowers from which bees collect nectar and pollen. It is related to the production of honey as it determines the taste and quantity of honey.
• It is important in apiculture i.e the rearing of honey bees for bee wax and honey production.