The Offaly man explains the importance of the measure.
A new bill to protect the native Irish honey bee will come before the Seanad this week.
Proposed legislation would ban the import of foreign species to the country, ensuring the purity of the northern dark bee.
Former President of the Federation of Irish Beekeepers, John Donoghue, says the entire island of Ireland would need to become a conservation area under these plans.
The Offaly man says they've spent years breeding the native bee:
Green Party Vote In Offaly Means Improved Transport Services - Pippa Hackett
Ms Hackett is running in Offaly after missing out on a seat in the last election.
Gardaí Attend Westmeath Asylum Seeker Accommodation Centre Protest
Social media videos are showing a small gathering at the Athlone development.
Westmeath Club Deliver Plans On New Pitches
A decision on the plans will be made early in the new year.
Westmeath Councillor Welcomes Creative O'Neill's Site Submissions
Westmeath County Council is yet to find a way of turning the Athlone site around.
Women Will Bring 'Radical Change' If Given Access - Labour Longford Westmeath Candidate
Fidelma Bennett wants better housing and equality around the ballot box.
Gardaí Seek Public's Help In Locating Missing Westmeath Man
He was last seen in his home in Mullingar.
Man Dies In Hospital Following Offaly Crash
The incident took place on Thursday morning.
Gleeson Steps Down As Laois Manager Following Cancer Diagnosis
The former Antrim boss recently received the news after breaking his arm in an accident.
Climate Action Groups To Host Event On Sustainable Food In Westmeath
The event will feature guest speakers.
More Focus Needed On Irish Defence To Be A Leading EU Member Says Security Expert
There are concerns over Russian vessels on the edge of Irish waters.
Laois School Will Be Unable To Enroll New Students Without More Space
It is currently operating at 19 classes, while only having capacity for 12.
Offaly General Election Candidate Calls For More Stringent Immigration Rules
Councillor Fitzpatrick is running in this election as an independent candidate for Offaly.
Kinnegad Library Could Be Open Next Spring
The Kinnegad project is under the the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund.
50 New Jobs Coming To Laois
The facility, which is worth €8m, has just opened in the county.
EU Nature Restoration Law Can Help Sustainable Farming - Rosie Palmer
Ms Palmer is a Green Party candidate for Laois following an unsuccessful local election bid.
Over €5,000 Raised for Family of Premature Offaly Baby
The family of Clonbullogue's Kai Rogers say he's continuing to fight after three cardiac arrests.
Fianna Fail Candidate Promises N52 Link Road
Tony McCormack is underlining transport and housing as key election issues.
Offaly Distillery Wins Recognition At Chairman Awards
The United States and Poland are Ireland's two biggest export markets for whiskey.
24 People To Be Honoured At Garda Youth Awards In Portlaoise
The awards have been running since 2019.
'His Heart Was In Ladies Football' - Tributes Paid To Brendan Martin
Phyllis Hacket Price pays tribute to the Offaly man who has passed away aged 86.
