IoT-Based Smart Beehive Monitoring System

In recent years, there has been an alarming decline in bee populations both globally and in Sri Lanka, severely impacting ecosystems and agriculture worldwide. Traditional methods in Sri Lankan beekeeping are often time-consuming and less efficient, making hive management and health assessment challenging. This paper introduces a smart IoT-based beehive monitoring system tailored to the Sri Lankan beekeeping industry. The system integrates various sensors to measure key hive parameters, such as temperature, humidity, and weight, offering beekeepers a user-friendly web interface for real-time monitoring of hive conditions. It also provides insights into hive management aspects, including feeding needs, optimal harvesting times, and abnormal temperature detection within the hive. This paper highlights the initial steps towards implementing a robust IoT-based beehive monitoring system, acknowledging its current limitations. By addressing these limitations in the future, the authors aim to develop a more effective and efficient monitoring method for Sri Lankan beekeepers, saving time and enhancing the productivity and health of bee colonies.