Mission & Values
Mission Statement
Our mission is to advance the health and sustainability of Apis mellifera colonies by developing an open-source, IoT monitoring system that empowers beekeepers with actionable insights. Through innovative technology, collaborative research, and a commitment to accessibility, we aim to bridge the gap between modern science and practical beekeeping, enabling more effective colony management and contributing to the preservation of global pollination ecosystems.
Values Statement
- Sustainability: Commitment to environmentally friendly practices.
- Innovation: Leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve beekeeping.
- Collaboration: Working with diverse stakeholders to maximize impact.
- Accessibility: Ensuring tools and resources are open-source and widely available.
How We Will Achieve Our Mission
- Innovative Research and Development
Design and optimize IoT devices tailored for non-invasive colony monitoring, integrating sensors for temperature, humidity, hive weight, and sound analysis.
2. Collaborative Expertise
Partner with leading scientists, engineers, and experienced beekeepers to ensure the technology is both scientifically robust and practical for real-world application.
3. Open-Source Accessibility
Provide all hardware designs, software, and algorithms as open-source resources, making advanced tools economic and available to all beekeepers.
4. Evidence-Based Insights
Conduct rigorous field studies to validate IoT data against expert apiarist assessments, creating reliable tools for actionable decision-making.
5. Beekeeper Empowerment
Develop user-friendly applications with real-time alerts and guidance, enabling beekeepers to proactively manage hive health and respond to colony needs efficiently.