Approximately 9 million bees have died near Mainqué, a coastal area of the Río Negro, raising…

Approximately 9 million bees have died near Mainqué, a coastal area of the Río Negro, raising concerns among beekeepers in the Alto Valle. So far, at least 440 affected hives, both stationary and migratory, belonging to two producers have been identified, with estimates suggesting the number may exceed 500 as assessments continue. The mortality area spans about two kilometers in radius and extends roughly four kilometers along the Río Negro. This estimate is based on the assumption that each hive contains over 20,000 bees.