It’s claimed Clare’s honey trade is under threat by the prevalence of invasive species.
It follows an appeal from the Irish Beekeepers Association for the Government to implement a dedicated All-Ireland Bee inspection service, which would also protect pollinators from disease and parasites.
Calls for a protection strategy have grown following the detection of multiple Asian Hornet nests in Cork last summer.
Clare Heritage and Biodiversity Forum Member Councillor Clare-Colleran Molloy says it affects all food produce.
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