The Union and the Professional Beekeeping Association of Extremadura (APAEX) have requested a…

The Union and the Professional Beekeeping Association of Extremadura (APAEX) have requested a direct aid of 20 euros per hive from the Extremadura government to address the challenges facing the beekeeping sector in 2026. These challenges include adverse weather conditions, wildfires, rising production costs, hive mortality, and pressure from the European bee-eater. Both organizations warned that beekeepers might initiate protests if the government does not respond to their demands within three months. This request was made during a meeting with the directors of the PAC, Agriculture and Livestock, and Natural Resources of the Agriculture Department.