Northern Borders Region Sees Honey Production Boom, Investment Potential
Honey production has emerged as a promising sector on Northern Borders Region's local production map. It enhances the local economy and opens new doors for investment and support from relevant authorities.
Several environmental experts have stressed that the region possesses unique natural features, such as seasonal vegetation, a variety of wildflowers, and a dry climate, all of which contribute to producing pure, high-quality honey, making the region an ideal environment for developing this sector.
Enthusiasts noted that the honey production season in Northern Borders Region typically peaks during the summer when the weather is relatively moderate. The production process follows several stages, beginning with foraging, followed by returning to the hives for honey production, then extraction and packaging. The process results in six main products: honey, pollen, royal jelly, bee venom, and wax.
In the wilderness of Arar, a unique species of bee known as the dwarf honey bee (Apis florea) has been observed. It is the smallest bee species and among the most resilient to high temperatures, enduring up to 50°C, which makes it particularly suited for survival in low-lying areas with harsh environmental conditions.
Director of the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture's branch in Northern Borders Region Bandar Al-Hadiyah stressed the ministry's efforts to develop this sector by improving bee strains and adopting the best agricultural practices to boost productivity and achieve sustainable economic returns. He also praised the ambition of the region's youth and their ability to compete regionally and globally in alignment with the Saudi Vision 2030.
The ministry's regional branch has launched several training programs in beekeeping to raise awareness of proper practices and implement the latest technologies in hive management. These initiatives also aim to empower and qualify young people to enter and thrive in this vital and growing sector.
