The Turkish Beekeeping Atlas aims to provide a comprehensive data study on colony presence,…

The Turkish Beekeeping Atlas aims to provide a comprehensive data study on colony presence, honey production, yield per colony, honey sources, and regional characteristics across all 81 provinces by 2026. Published by Emir Bektaş on September 18, 2026, the study highlights the state of beekeeping in Turkey, which ranks third globally in terms of hive numbers, impacting both its agricultural economy and international honey trade. However, the situation varies significantly across regions, with some areas like Ordu yielding over 20 kilograms per hive, while neighboring regions report as low as 3-4 kilograms. In some provinces, beekeeping supports thousands of businesses, while in others, it remains a small-scale endeavor.