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European Professional Beekeepers Association (EPBA) announces joint aims on World Bee Day, expressing optimism for future collaboration. The European Beekeeping Association plans to submit a cooperation proposal to further accomplish shared objectives.

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Online platform and European Privacy Business Association Share Identical Primary Objectives

identical objectives characterize our site and EPBA

On the occasion of World Bee Day, celebrated annually on May 20th, the European Professional Beekeepers Association (EPBA) has issued a press release emphasising their commitment to defending bees and beekeeping through biodiversity protection programs.

In the face of the current challenge of failing honey crops due to climate change, the EPBA is encouraging everyone to join the fight and support local beekeepers. However, the latest search results do not reveal specific initiatives by the EPBA regarding combating counterfeit honey, introducing subsidies for beehives, or fighting against bee poisoning.

Nonetheless, there are related European-level activities and events involving beekeeping and pollinator protection. For example, the European Landowners' Organization and the European Agricultural Industry Association organise the European Bee Award, which honours innovative projects protecting pollinators. Additionally, beekeeping conferences and fairs like Apimondia 2025 and the Irish Federation of Beekeepers’ Summer Conference provide forums where beekeepers share knowledge and innovations.

The European Landowners' Organization, along with other stakeholders, also pursues biodiversity, agricultural policy, and sustainable landscape strategies that indirectly support beekeeping and pollinator health.

Meanwhile, the European Beekeeping Association has identified three priority goals: fighting against counterfeit honey, introducing subsidies per beehive for pollination, and fighting against bee poisoning. The Association is reportedly planning to send a letter with a proposal for cooperation to the EPBA.

Consuming local honey is another way to support bees and beekeeping. Not only does it indirectly contribute to the pollination of crops and plants in the area, but it also helps secure more resources for bees and beekeeping. Moreover, buying local honey supports local bees and pollination, reducing the carbon footprint through shorter transportation distances. The origin of honey is always indicated on the label when buying.

European beekeepers have also advocated for a new labelling law, requiring honey mixtures from different countries to be listed on the label instead of simply stating EU/Non-EU. This transparency in labelling supports consumers in making informed decisions about their purchases.

As a symbol of environmental health, sustainability, and responsibility, the bee plays a crucial role in our ecosystem. Beekeepers in the EU are facing a significant challenge from unfair competition from increasing imports of fraudulent and very cheap honey from non-EU countries. By supporting local beekeepers and consuming local honey, we can help combat this issue and ensure a sustainable future for our bees.

The European Beekeeping Association aims to combat counterfeit honey and fight against bee poisoning, alongside introducing subsidies per beehive for pollination. Meanwhile, consuming local honey not only supports local bees and pollination but also contributes to the pollination of crops and plants in the area, as well as reducing the carbon footprint.

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