La Interprofessional consular chamber of Saint-Martin (CCISM) reminds the beekeepers of Saint-Martin that the annual declaration of beehives is mandatory, starting with the first colony. This campaign should also allow for better understand the local sector and its needs.
Whether professional or amateur, all owners of one or more bee colonies are subject to this regulatory obligation. The declaration must be made before the 31 December 2026, online on the official portal of the Ministry of Agriculture (mesdemarches.agriculture.gouv.fr) or by means of a paper form. New filers can also obtain their beekeeper number (NAPI).
Better understand the local sector
Beyond this mandatory step, the CCISM wishes strengthen its ties with local beekeepersThe available data remains limited for accurately measuring the importance of the activity. know the needs professionals and amateurs alike can identify the difficulties they encounter. Beekeepers are encouraged to contact the CCISM services for support in their endeavors, but also to discuss their activity and their development prospects. The objective is to better understand the realities of the industry in order to consider appropriate support and contribute to the structuring of local agricultural activities.
Info: Alfred Flanders, animal identification – 0690 63 11 89 or [email protected]