Evolução científica da meliponicultura no Pará: revisão de literatura

Abstract

Quantitative studies of scientific production have allowed a better understanding of the breadth and nature of research activities carried out in different areas of knowledge, from different countries, institutions and researchers. In this context, the present work aimed to present a scientometric analysis on the scientific evolution of meliponiculture in the state of Pará, from 2010 to 2022. This study was developed through a quantitative and exploratory search of scientific articles, available in electronic on the internet. The scientific bases consulted were: WEB OF SCIENCE, CAPES and SCIELO. Subsequently, the articles found were analyzed and grouped according to the number of publications per year, theme addressed in the publications, regions where the publications occurred, list of journals where the articles were published and the Qualis of the journals. Of the 45 works selected after screening, it was found that the year with the highest number of publications occurred in 2017 with an index of 24.44%, with the “physical-chemical evaluation of honey” being the subject with the highest incidence of studies of 35, 55%, being present in 16 works. Regarding the place of origin of the publications, Santarém had the highest number of studies (15 publications). As for the Qualis of the journals, the largest number of publications was level B3 (27.27%) with 6 indexed articles. This study presents a current overview of academic production on meliponiculture in Pará, providing possibilities for expanding knowledge through studies in areas and topics that have not been researched much. It is recommended to carry out more in-depth studies on all aspects linked to the stingless bee honey chain, given that meliponiculture is a highly beneficial activity for the environment and for those who practice it. In addition, Pará has climatic and geographic characteristics favorable to the growth of this crop. Therefore, the strengthening of research on this theme directly implies the development of production in the region. Taking into account the amount of works found as well as the themes addressed, it is noted that meliponiculture in the state of Pará is still not widespread, practiced and encouraged. According to the data found in this study, the objective proposed by this work to present the scientific evolution of meliponiculture in Pará, in the period from 2010 to 2022 was reached.