Asian Hornet alert highlights crisis challenges facing beekeepers and honey producers

In 2019, the total value of honey produced in Ireland was estimated at €4.2 million, based on a production of 205 tonnes.

The Asian Hornet was sighted and photographed by a member of the public in Cork city.

A small wasp has triggered a national biodiversity alert in Ireland after being found in Cork city three weeks ago.

The Asian Hornet was sighted and photographed by a member of the public who reported the finding to the National Biodiversity Data Centre.