Association Conservatoire de l'Abeille Noire Bretonne (Acanb) / Kevredigezh Gwenan du Breizh

Purpose of the association

Conservation, preservation of genetic material and the development of the Breton ecotype of the black honeybee (Apis mellifera mellifera), including selection and the production of queens and swarms; regulation and control of the introduction of swarms and queens onto the island of Ouessant (Finistère), in order to prevent any intrusion of exogenous genetic material or exotic pests (Aethina tumida and others); disease control: best practices in bee health management, to preserve the bee population and its exceptional genetic makeup; the detection and management of bee diseases within the highly specific environment of the island of Ouessant; promotion of the Breton ecotype of the black bee, its hive products and derivatives; protection of the Breton black bee and pollinators in general, in line with the objectives of environmental protection, biodiversity conservation and the promotion of sustainable development through awareness-raising initiatives targeting various audiences; partnerships with scientific or technical organisations contributing to the study and protection of the black bee and honey bees in general; involving the island’s population in the life and projects

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