Amman: Secretary General of the Ministry of Agriculture Mohammad Hiyari announced that the ministry is preparing to launch a national committee to monitor the quality of local honey, in cooperation with all relevant entities, to strengthen consumer trust in Jordanian honey products locally and internationally.
According to Jordan News Agency, Hiyari pointed out that the ministry gives special attention to the beekeeping sector and works to develop a supportive environment by establishing economic artificial forests that help improve nectar sources and boost production efficiency.
This announcement was made during the opening of the first Jordanian Honey Festival at Al Hussein Gardens, with participation from beekeepers, cooperatives, and productive rural families. Hiyari emphasized the importance of the beekeeping sector, highlighting its growth in the number of beekeepers and quality of production, and noted that Jordanian honey is exported to several countries.
He added that the festival serves as a platform to support and empower rural communities, especially productive rural women, by marketing their traditional agricultural and food products. This initiative enhances sustainable local development and supports rural food industries.
Muath Kazem, President of the Jordanian Beekeepers Union, explained that the three-day festival features more than 100 exhibitors, including beekeepers, cooperatives, and productive families from various governorates across the Kingdom. He confirmed that all honey products displayed have undergone laboratory testing according to approved standards, ensuring their quality and compliance with specifications.
The festival’s program includes recreational and educational activities for children and families, as well as daily raffles and prizes for visitors. The event is part of efforts by the Ministry of Agriculture and the Beekeepers Union to raise awareness about the importance of bee products, encourage their consumption, support local production, and empower small producers.