This is an updated version of policy brief in order to make the message more clear. Apimondia wishes to take action for eliminating the use of antibiotics to ZERO. The use of antibiotics in beekeeping
Aethina tumida was first detected in India in 2022 in the state of West Bengal. Since then, the small hive beetle has spread across the country, reaching several other states, including Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar,
As the hot season approaches in the Northern Hemisphere, Michigan State University has shared some useful tips to help both honey bees and beekeepers cope with the summer heat. High temperatures can be stressful and
Two primary nests of Vespa velutina have been discovered in Lustenau, Austria, near the Swiss border. The nests were found inside a storage container. The discovery highlights the yellow-legged hornet’s continued spread across Europe and
A study recently published in the journal Biology Letters shows that honey bees can detect viruses in their food, but they often choose contaminated food instead.
In cage trials in which honey bees could
Vespa velutina, the yellow-legged hornet, does not appear to pose a particularly high risk to human health. According to a recent study conducted in Spain and published in the Journal of Medical Entomology, human mortality
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The next Apimondia Congress will take place in Dubai! 🌍
We warmly invite all beekeepers, scientists, experts, and bee enthusiasts from around the world to join us for this unique event — a place to share knowledge, experience, and inspiration for the future of beekeeping.
The event is organized in collaboration with Uganda National Apiculture Development Organisation (TUNADO), highlighting a shared commitment to advancing beekeeping and supporting pollinator sustainability in Africa.
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The event is Brazil’s leading national meeting focused on apiculture and meliponiculture. It brings together experts, beekeepers, researchers and industry leaders to strengthen the bee sector and promote sustainable development.
The Latin American Apiculture Congress is a regional gathering that brings together beekeepers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to share knowledge, innovations, and best practices in apiculture. It serves as an important platform to strengthen collaboration, address challenges facing beekeeping in the region, and promote the sustainable development of the sector.
Through our official statements, we address the key challenges facing beekeeping and pollinators worldwide.
APIMONDIA Statement on Honey Fraud is the official position of APIMONDIA regarding honey purity, authenticity, fair modes of production, and the best available recommended methods to detect and prevent honey fraud.
APIMONDIA Statement on so-called “Vegan Honey” (VH) is the official position of APIMONDIA regarding these types of products that use the word “honey”.
APIMONDIA Statement on Immature Honey Production gives scientific background and concepts on why this mode of production leads to a violation of the definition of honey.
Article aims to be a useful guidance for authorities and stakeholders of the honey chain understand the complexity of detecting honey fraud, a problem that threatens not only the beekeeping industry globally but also the food security of many countries.
To date, there is no single measure effective enough to control the problem of fraud in the honey sector. The international market will therefore require diversified actions at all levels of authority. A strategic plan needs ...
Pollinators are essential for plant reproduction, biodiversity, ecosystem functioning, and global food production. Globally, more than 20,000 bee species contribute to pollination, alongside many other insects such as flies, butterflies, and beetles.
Apimondia is the International Federation of Beekeepers’ Associations and other organisations working within the apiculture sector since 1895. Apimondia is a non-governmental organisation that brings together beekeepers, ...
Apimondia is led by a President, a Vice-President, and a Secretary, who work together to guide the Federation’s global initiatives. Our structure also includes seven Scientific Commissions and five Regional Representatives, ...
Our main objective is to facilitate the exchange of information and discussions where beekeepers, scientists, honey-traders, agents for development, technicians and legislators meet to listen, discuss and learn from each other.
Apimondia’s Working Groups bring together experts and practitioners from around the world to address key topics in beekeeping. They focus on specific issues, share knowledge, and promote best practices within the beekeeping community.
Apimondia unites 83 Full Members and 48 Associate Members, representing beekeeping organizations, research institutions, and associations from more than 120 countries across the globe.
Our organization operates across the globe, connecting beekeepers, researchers, and partners who share a common goal — protecting bees and promoting sustainable beekeeping.
The map below highlights the regions where we collaborate, exchange knowledge, and support initiatives that strengthen the future of beekeeping.
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