The General Directorate of Forestry (OGM) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has…

The General Directorate of Forestry (OGM) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has decided to charge beekeepers an "Ecosystem Service Fee" of 100 TL per hive for those utilizing forested areas and honey forests. İYİ Party Deputy Group Chair Turhan Çömez criticized this decision, arguing it adds a new burden on beekeepers already struggling with rising costs, and he has brought the issue to the Parliament's agenda. A new financial regulation affecting migratory beekeepers in Turkey has been implemented, requiring hive owners to pay 100 TL per hive to benefit from honey forests and bee accommodation sites, effective from June 29, 2026. The collected fees will be allocated to a special account within the OGM's revolving fund budget.