Awareness and possibilities for the use of crowdfunding by beekeepers in the Opolskie Voivodeship
Awareness and possibilities for the use of crowdfunding by beekeepers in the Opolskie Voivodeship

Summary/Abstract: This article aims to discuss beekeepers’ attitudes towards the possibility of using crowdfundingin the beekeeping industry by supporting innovation, raising public awareness of the importanceof bees, and enabling them to raise funds to develop and maintain their apiaries. The paper usesa literature analysis and critique, a documentary research method, and a diagnostic survey. Theavailable literature lacks a comprehensive study of the extent to which crowdfunding is used inbeekeeping. Therefore, the author poses the following question: What is the level of knowledgeand involvement of Polish beekeepers in crowdfunding in the Opolskie Voivodeship? Based on theanalysis of the literature, numerous reports, and the author’s own research, it has been conclud-ed that crowdfunding is not widely recognized or used in the beekeeping sector in the OpolskieVoivodeship. Still, there is great potential and interest in this form of financing, especially amongthe youngest group of beekeepers. It should be emphasized that the study is a pilot project and partof nationwide research. By analyzing the benefits of crowdfunding for beekeeping projects, thearticle can inspire beekeepers to look for innovative sources of funding and draw public attentionto the need to protect bees and the ecosystems of which they are a key element.

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