Beekeepers are proposed to be informed about upcoming field treatments via SMS messages…

Beekeepers are proposed to be informed about upcoming field treatments via SMS messages containing the geolocation and timing of the treatment area. Alexander Narolin, member of the Federation Council Committee on Agrarian and Food Policy, stated that amendments prepared by the Ministry of Agriculture may be submitted to the State Duma in the autumn session.

Bee colony losses in Russia are caused not only by diseases but also by toxic chemicals used in field treatments. In 2024, at least 14,000 bee colonies died, with total apiary losses exceeding 300 million rubles. However, crop producers cannot completely abandon pesticide use due to the risk of greater losses.