Development of intelligent decision support system using fuzzy cognitive maps for migratory beekeepers

Ahmet Albayrak,Fecir Duran,Raif Bayir

doi:10.3906/elk-1610-324

Abstract

This study presents the development of an intelligent information system using fuzzy cognitive maps that provides information to migratory beekeepers about the nectar flow and climate conditions in the regions they will visit. Beekeeping is an agricultural activity essentially focused on honey production. High honey yields in beekeeping can be achieved through migratory beekeeping. Migratory beekeepers complete the honey production season by carrying their hives to regions with high nectar flow. Beekeepers decide on the regions they will visit based on their previous experiences. In this study, a software-based system that provides information to the beekeepers about the honey yield in the regions they will visit has been developed. It is an intelligent information system developed using fuzzy cognitive maps that helps the beekeepers in choosing the region they will visit.

Highlights

Honey bees are creatures that directly or indirectly make substantial ecological contributions
35% of crop production for human food depends on pollination by insects, and 75% of this production is plant species of vital importance, especially for humans [1]
Honey bees are estimated to be effective in the pollination of 80% of agricultural crops in Europe [3]

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Introduction

Honey bees are creatures that directly or indirectly make substantial ecological contributions. 35% of crop production for human food depends on pollination by insects, and 75% of this production is plant species of vital importance, especially for humans [1]. Honey bees are estimated to be effective in the pollination of 80% of agricultural crops in Europe [3]. Honey bee products such as honey, royal jelly, bee wax, bee pollen, bee venom, and propolis all hold a special place in the lives of people. The bloom period varies depending on the plant species, time, and altitude. Migratory beekeepers perform their beekeeping activities by following the bloom periods, based on their previous experiences. Migratory beekeeping is necessary for generating higher economic income in beekeeping [6]

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