Beekeepers in Ordu, a leading honey-producing region in Turkey, have expressed their…

Beekeepers in Ordu, a leading honey-producing region in Turkey, have expressed their opposition to a new regulation that imposes a 100 lira "Ecosystem Service Fee" per hive for operations in forested areas. Akın Çiftçi, President of the Ordu Beekeepers Association (ORAYBİR), stated that producers are already facing a challenging season, and this new fee could further complicate beekeeping efforts. The regulation, effective from June 18, 2026, mandates this fee for beekeepers operating in forest areas.