Recognizing honeybees and their importance to agriculture and economy in WV

This Senate resolution formally recognizes honeybees and their vital role in West Virginia's agriculture and economy. It highlights that honeybees pollinate crops worth billions of dollars annually and supports over 16,000 beekeeping colonies in the state. The document also notes challenges like disease and habitat loss that threaten bee populations while affirming the state's commitment to supporting beekeepers and healthy pollinator populations. This measure does not change laws or create new regulations but serves as an official acknowledgment of honeybees' importance.