2021 French honey production significantly decreased by up to 80% due to cold, rainy weather.

2021 saw a significant decrease in French honey production, with beekeepers reporting up to 80% decline due to cold, rainy weather. Unfavorable conditions prevented bees from gathering enough pollen and flowers, hindering nectar production. The French National Beekeeping Union (Unaf) reported a 45% increase in rainfall compared to the yearly average, threatening many beekeepers' livelihoods.

August 24, 2024
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