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World Bee Day

The tradition of coexistence between bees and humans goes deep into history - in ancient Egypt, people kept bees for honey, wax and crop pollination. In many cultures, bees have been a symbol of diligence, industriousness and purity. Beekeeping has evolved over time from the collection of wild honey to modern beekeeping.

World Bee Day, celebrated annually on 20 May, commemorates the key role of bees and other pollinators in ecosystems, agriculture and food production. The day was proclaimed by the United Nations in honour of the birth of Slovenian beekeeper Anton Janša, a pioneer of modern beekeeping. The aim of this holiday is to raise awareness of the threats to bees and to promote measures to protect them.

The Czech Beekeepers Association is an organisation of beekeepers in the Czech Republic and supports the development of beekeeping, education and bee protection. Through its website it provides information, advice and news from the world of beekeeping.

The Research Institute of Apiculture is engaged in research, development, production and education in the field of bee breeding and bee products.