The Junta de Castilla y León is considering including the beekeeping sector in an…

The Junta de Castilla y León is considering including the beekeeping sector in an extraordinary aid plan, reviewing compensation for bear damage, and developing trapping systems against the Asian hornet. The Agriculture Department is addressing these issues after beekeepers reported up to 40% bee mortality in hives in areas heavily impacted by the bee-eater, compounded by drought, high temperatures, and declining profitability. On August 17, Agriculture Minister Joaquín Antonio Pino met with agricultural organizations to discuss the challenges facing beekeeping in the region and explore solutions to economic, production, and health issues affecting apiaries.