India's honey export support extended through year-end. The government has prolonged the minimum export price of $1400 per tonne for natural honey exports until December 31, 2026, maintaining competitive pricing in global markets. This follows an August reduction from $2000 per tonne aimed at boosting India's export competitiveness. For FY 2025-26, India exported 95,308 tonnes valued at $176.56 million through January, compared to over 100,000 tonnes worth $206.47 million in the previous fiscal year. Major destinations include the US, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. India produces diverse honey varieties including rapeseed, eucalyptus, lychee, and sunflower honey, with top producing states being Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Punjab, Bihar, and Rajasthan. The government's National Beekeeping and Honey Mission continues supporting apiculture development with extended funding through 2025-26.
