France

Beekeeping in France

NAPI (Numéro d'Apiculteur) registration is mandatory through the prefecture. Active syndicate culture in every department.

Associations and registries

Syndicat National d'Apiculture
https://snapiculture.fr
Union Nationale de l'Apiculture Française (UNAF)
https://unaf-apiculture.info
For commercial operators

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New to beekeeping in France?

Start with our beekeeping starter kit guide — it covers hive types, real 2026 prices, and the mistakes most first-year beekeepers make in your climate.

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Recommended reading

Beekeeping Gear Guide 2026

NAPI registration and the gear that pairs with HiveSense.

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Track your apiary with HiveSense

Free for up to 15 hives. Voice-note inspections, BroodMinder sensor integration, treatment alerts, and offline-first sync — designed for beekeepers in France and beyond.

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