COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF NECTAR BEARING CAPACITY OF SINGLE-SPECIES AGROPHYTOCENOSES IN CONDITIONS OF ARID STEPPE OF THE AKMOLA REGION

This paper considers the use of seeded honey plants as an effective tool to increase the productivity of honey-bee colonies in the conditions of arid steppe of the Akmola region. The relevance of this study stems from the need to enhance agricultural efficiency and ecosystem sustainability amid a changing climate. The nectar bearing capacity of plants plays a crucial role in supporting the forage base for bees, which, in turn, boosts the seed productivity of agricultural crops. During the study, a comparative assessment of nectar bearing capacity of different species of single-species agrophytocenoses was carried out, as well as their influence on pollinator attraction and overall productivity. The results showed that the formation of a conveyor belt of seeded honey plants on agricultural land significantly increases the seed productivity of both perennial and annual crops. This creates a more extensive forage base for beekeeping, which leads to an increase in marketable honey up to 100-140 kg compared to the traditional honey flow, which is only 24 kg. The findings have practical implications for farmers and agronomists seeking to optimize agronomic practices and improve the productivity of their land in dryland environments. The study results emphasize the importance of creating optimal conditions for bees and increasing plant seed productivity, which is a key aspect for sustainable agricultural development.