The 'B-box' Enables Beekeeping from the Comfort of Home
Michael Hemsworth — June 20, 2019 — Art & Design
The 'B-box' beehive is a simple solution for urban consumers who are looking for a way to foray into beekeeping in a way that's compact, easy to use and stylish. Safe and simple enough for anyone to use, the unit can be easily set up in any existing outdoor space to provide a place for honeybees to colonize. The integrated bee chimney allows bees to enter and exit from high above the ground, which will keep them away from beekeepers to eliminate the need for protective gear or equipment.
The 'B-box' beehive is focused on the health and happiness of bees by letting beekeepers harvest honey without disturbing the rest of the hive to limit undue stress.
The 'B-box' beehive is focused on the health and happiness of bees by letting beekeepers harvest honey without disturbing the rest of the hive to limit undue stress.
Trend Themes
1. Urban Beekeeping - The 'B-box' is an example of how urban beekeeping is making a comeback and opportunities range from innovative hive designs to new beekeeping classes and services.
2. Eco-friendly Urban Agriculture - The 'B-box' is just one example of the trend towards more eco-friendly urban agriculture as people become more concerned with sustainable living options.
3. Smart Urban Gardening - As cities become smart and connected, the 'B-box' highlights a trend towards urban gardening becoming more automated and easier for non-experts to engage in.
Industry Implications
1. Apiary Industry - Companies in the apiary industry that develop beehive designs that are accessible to city dwellers and make honeybees happy in their new urban homes have an opportunity for growth through increased demand.
2. Urban Agriculture Industry - Urban agriculture industries that create innovative solutions for city dwellers looking to access fresh produce and honey, such as the 'B-box', have an opportunity for growth and impact.
3. Iot (internet of Things) Industry - As urban agriculture becomes increasingly automated, companies in the IoT industry can tap into the trend towards smart gardening and create devices and platforms that enhance the urban farming experience, like monitoring hives or optimizing plant growth.
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