Anton Janša was a Slovenian beekeeper and painter who is widely recognized as one of the pioneers of modern beekeeping practices. He was born on May 20, 1734, in Breznica, Slovenia, and passed away on September 13, 1773.
Janša's contributions to beekeeping were highly influential and helped to shape the modern practice of beekeeping. He is often referred to as the "Father of Modern Beekeeping" and is celebrated for his expertise, innovative approaches, and promotion of sustainable beekeeping practices.
To honor Anton Janša's contributions to beekeeping, his birthday, May 20th, is recognized as World Bee Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of bees and other pollinators in our ecosystems and the need to protect them.
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