20 May 2024
World Bee Day is celebrated annually
World Bee Day is observed annually on May 20th to commemorate the birth anniversary of Anton Jansa, a renowned figure in beekeeping. This day was established by the United Nations in 2017 to acknowledge the crucial role of bees in food security, biodiversity, and sustainable agriculture.
History of World Bee Day
The concept of World Bee Day originated from a proposal by Slovenia, which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2017. The date, May 20, was chosen to honour Anton Jansa, a beekeeping pioneer born in 1734. With support from the Slovenian Government and the NGO Apimondia, the first celebration took place on May 20, 2018, marking the importance of bees and other pollinators.
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