Beekeepers in León have harvested only 500 tons of honey this year, compared to the usual…

Beekeepers in León have harvested only 500 tons of honey this year, compared to the usual 1,900 tons. Their main concern now is how their colonies will survive until next spring. They fear losing many colonies during the winter due to lack of food.

The honey production in León has dropped by 73% in 2026, a year marked by drought and wildfires. Typically, the province collects around 1,800 to 1,900 tons, but this year only about 500 tons were gathered, a significant loss for those dependent on beekeeping.