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Picture shows Thomas Hock from the small town of Weinolsheim in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate, undated. He admitted being "speechless" when he was told he was this year's winner of the 'Goldener Stachel' (Golden Sting). (Thomas Hock, NewsX/Bee)
Award For ‘Brave’ Beekeeping Activist
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Picture shows Klaus Ahrens, undated. Many professional beekeepers could give up in the foreseeable future due to soaring expenses and insufficient backing by lawmakers, an apiarist has warned. (@imkereiahrens, NewsX/Bee)
Rising Costs And Lack Of Political Support ‘Could Force Apiarists Out Of Operation’
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Picture shows Claire Liauzun, undated. Beekeepers in southwestern France have experienced a "crazy" period of acacia blooming this year. (Claire Liauzun, NewsX/Bee)