The Akdağmadeni district in Yozgat hosts migratory beekeepers annually, drawn by its rich…

The Akdağmadeni district in Yozgat hosts migratory beekeepers annually, drawn by its rich flora and geography. Among them, the İnce family from Samsun stands out with their 32-year beekeeping journey. Eyüp İnce, 47, began beekeeping in 1994 and has since expanded the family’s operation to include around 350 hives, producing 5 to 6 tons of honey annually.

Eyüp İnce's beekeeping journey started in 1994 when he worked for another beekeeper for about seven years. In 2001, he transitioned to migratory beekeeping with 45 hives, gradually increasing to 100 and then 150 hives, supported by government incentives and loans. Today, he manages approximately 350 hives and reports an average annual honey production of 5 to 6 tons.