Elmi from Coldiretti warns that the main threats to beekeeping come from invasive Asian…

Elmi from Coldiretti warns that the main threats to beekeeping come from invasive Asian insects, climate change with extreme weather events, and pollution. Despite record high temperatures and low rainfall this summer, the honey from the Viareggio-Versilia area for 2026 remains of excellent quality, meeting Coldiretti's expectations. However, honey production requires protection. In Lucca province, there are 982 beekeepers, including 486 hobbyists and 442 professionals.