Apiculture is the term used for beekeeping, but there are other words that can be used to describe the activity as well. Bee farming, apiary, and beekeeping are also synonyms for apicultural. In the process of bee farming, bees are raised and maintained in hives, and their products such as honey, beeswax, and royal jelly are harvested for commercial or personal use. Apiary refers to a collection of beehives or a location where bees are kept for the purpose of producing honey. Beekeeping is the management of bees' colonies or hives to ensure their health and safety while maximizing honey production. These synonyms can be used interchangeably, depending on the context or preference of the speaker or writer.