Since 2023, beekeepers in northern Morocco, including Tanger, Tétouan, M’diq, and Fnideq, have…

Since 2023, beekeepers in northern Morocco, including Tanger, Tétouan, M’diq, and Fnideq, have observed a decline in their hives due to the presence of the Oriental hornet (Vespa orientalis). This predator threatens not only the honey sector but also the pollination of a large portion of agricultural crops, prompting calls for urgent institutional intervention.

Beekeepers have alerted the Ministry of Agriculture about the exceptional situation caused by the growing spread of the Oriental hornet since 2023. This invasion has led to a significant decrease in colony numbers and a drop in honey production to its lowest level in two years.