Beekeepers in Dalaman, Turkey inspect their hive boxes for Muğla bees. Muğla region is a significant producer of global pine honey. In 2...
Beekeepers in Dalaman, Turkey inspect their hive boxes for Muğla bees.
Muğla region is a significant producer of global pine honey.
In 2021, devastating wildfires struck the Muğla region.
Fires destroyed more than 14,000 acres of pine forest.
Before wildfires, the region yielded over 30,000 tonnes of pine honey.
Expected honey production for 2023 reduced to 5,000 to 7,000 tonnes
Turkey faces increased incidents of wildfires, heatwaves, droughts, and fluctuating rainfall.
Rising humidity levels further contribute to the challenges.
The cumulative impact of these environmental changes has severely affected bee populations.
Beekeeping industry in Turkey is facing a crisis due to these challenges.
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