Beekeepers in Antalya are expressing their discontent over the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture…

Beekeepers in Antalya are expressing their discontent over the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry's decision to charge producers 100 TL per hive for beekeeping in forested areas. Muhammet Acar, the Antalya Provincial Chairman of the Future Party and a long-time beekeeper, criticized the policy for punishing rather than supporting producers.

As of June 18, 2026, a new regulation mandates a fee of 100 TL per hive for beekeepers operating in forested and honey-producing areas. This decision has particularly upset migratory beekeepers, who feel the financial burden is excessive.