Trending Desk · Business · 2026-08-15
In 2024, study found how 365 beehives helped Kenyan farmers keep elephants away from crops
A nine-year study explored beehive fences deterring elephants from farms near Tsavo East National Park. These fences successfully reduced crop raids by an average of seventy-six percent over the study period. The method relies on elephants avoiding disturbed bees, offering a nature-based conflict re... A nine-year study explored beehive fences deterring elephants from farms near Tsavo East National Park. These fences successfully reduced crop raids by an average of seventy-six percent over the study period. The method relies on elephants avoiding disturbed bees, offering a nature-based conflict resolution. However, drought significantly impacted bee colony health and honey production, reducing effectiveness.
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