World - Honey - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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World - Honey - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Honey From the Bee

Honey is a sweet and viscous substance produced by bees from the nectar of flowers. It is created through a complex process carried out by honeybees, making it a truly remarkable and natural product.

The process of honey production begins as bees collect nectar from flowers using their long, tubelike tongues. While collecting the nectar, bees also pick up pollen, which is essential for cross-pollination among flowers. Once the bees have gathered enough nectar, they return to their hive.

Back at the hive, the bees pass the collected nectar from one bee to another, using enzymes present in their saliva. This saliva contains an enzyme called invertase, which breaks down complex sugars in the nectar into simpler sugars, mainly glucose and fructose. The process of passing the nectar from bee to bee allows it to mix with the enzymes and promotes the evaporation of excess water, eventually leading to the thick, syrupy consistency of honey.

After the bees have processed the nectar, they store it in honeycombs, which are hexagonal wax cells built by the bees themselves. Here, the honey is sealed with wax to keep it protected and prevent any impurities from entering.

Once the honey is stored in the honeycombs, the bees fan their wings to further evaporate excess moisture, reducing the water content of the honey to around 17-20%. This low moisture content is crucial for the long-term preservation of honey.

Harvesting honey from the hive is done by beekeepers who carefully remove the honeycomb frames. The honeycombs are then uncapped, either through mechanical or manual means, to expose the honey. The uncapped combs are then placed in an extractor, which spins the frames to remove honey through centrifugal force.

After extraction, the raw honey may undergo a filtration process to remove any impurities such as beeswax or other debris. However, some beekeepers prefer to leave honey unfiltered to maintain its natural characteristics and potential health benefits.

Once filtered, honey can be stored in jars or containers for consumption or sale. It is important to note that honey is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture from the air. Thus, it needs to be stored in airtight containers to retain its quality and prevent fermentation.

Honey is not only a delicious natural sweetener but also possesses numerous health benefits. It contains various antioxidants, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals, making it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. Honey is also known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties and has been used as a traditional remedy for various ailments for centuries.

The taste, color, and aroma of honey can vary depending on the floral source of the nectar and the region where the bees collect it. From lighter-colored varieties such as clover or acacia honey to darker varieties like buckwheat or manuka honey, there is a wide range of honey types available, each with its unique characteristics and flavor profiles.

In conclusion, honey is a remarkable natural product created by bees through a fascinating process of collecting and processing nectar. Its rich taste, beneficial properties, and versatility make it a staple in kitchens worldwide.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global honey market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 1182 - Honey

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Pastili, HoneyTree Inc., United honey company, Wings Impex, Rochak Agro Food Products Private Limited, Darktaste Trading Private Limited, Good Health Food, Hangzhou Tienchu Miyuan Health Food Co., Henan Zhuoyu Bees Industry Co., Hubei Yangzijiang Apiculture Co., Yimin Beeproduct Co., Walker Honey Farm, Pure Sweet Honey Farms Inc, Blue Ridge Honey Company, Ashurst American Honey, Johnston Honey, Barkman Honey, Kallas Honey Farm, Peroni Honey, Dobriye Traditsii, Vito-House

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023
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