Gathering of Our Site with APIMONDIA's Administration
In a significant move to address the growing issue of adulterated honey, Apimondia, the World Beekeeping Federation, and an unnamed website have joined forces in a partnership aimed at ensuring the production and trading of genuine honey. The partnership statement, which was the result of a meeting held on November 29, 2024, between the President and Vice President of the website, the top management of Apimondia, and Apimondia President Jeff Pettis, focuses on common goals related to adulterated honey.
The partnership is expected to be sent to decision-makers in the European Union, including the incoming EU Commissioner for Agriculture, who will take office on December 1, 2024. The statement is part of the ongoing efforts to combat counterfeit honey, which, according to Apimondia President Jeff Pettis, forces beekeepers to abandon beekeeping due to abnormally low prices.
The meeting, which lasted approximately two hours, also highlighted the negative impact of counterfeit honey on beekeeping. A consensus was reached during the discussion, and an agreement was made for further joint action with decision-makers in the international beekeeping community.
The intended recipients of the partnership statement include beekeepers, regulatory bodies, and consumers. Beekeepers are expected to adhere to standards that prevent adulteration, while regulatory bodies will enforce compliance with quality standards. Consumers, on the other hand, will be assured of receiving high-quality, genuine honey products.
The European Beekeeping Association, led by President Boštjan Noč, is also involved in the partnership, although specific details on a partnership statement between the European Beekeeping Association and Apimondia regarding adulterated honey were not available at the time of this report. However, both organizations are known for their efforts in promoting beekeeping and the quality of honey.
The primary focus of the joint action is on common goals related to adulterated honey. Lower prices of fake honey also lower the price of real honey, creating unfair competition for beekeepers. The partnership aims to address these issues and maintain the integrity and quality of honey.
[1] Apimondia: https://www.apimondia.org/ [2] European Beekeeping Association: https://www.europeanbeekeepingassociation.org/
This partnership marks a significant step towards ensuring the quality and integrity of honey in the European Union and beyond. As more details emerge, we will keep you updated on the progress of this joint action.
[1] The partnership, extended to decision-makers in the European Union's finance and business sectors, including the incoming EU Commissioner for Agriculture, aims to maintain the integrity and quality of honey, addressing the issue of adulterated honey that has been causing distress in the industry.
[2] The joint action, involving beekeepers, regulatory bodies, and consumers, is designed to ensure that consumers receive high-quality, genuine honey products, promoting fair competition among beekeepers and upholding the standards set by organizations like Apimondia and the European Beekeeping Association.
