A beekeeper is a person who manages and cares for beehives to produce honey and other products like beeswax and propolis. They monitor the health of the bee colonies, ensuring that the bees have enough food and are protected from diseases and pests. Beekeepers often work in gardens, farms, or apiaries, where they can maintain multiple hives. Beekeeping requires knowledge of bee behavior, hive management, and the environmental factors that affect bees. Many beekeepers also play a crucial role in pollination, helping to support local ecosystems and agriculture by ensuring that plants are fertilized and can produce fruits and seeds.