Sanaa: The Office of Economy, Industry, and Investment, in partnership with the Al-Wahda Multi-Purpose Cooperative Association in Al-Wahda District, Capital Secretariat, organized an expanded meeting today for beekeepers, honey traders, and marketers. This initiative is part of a broader effort to support and market local honey products.
According to Yemen News Agency, the meeting was attended by key officials, including Deputy Ministers of Social Affairs and Labor, Dr. Al-Hassan Al-Dhari and Dr. Ghassan Al-Madani, District Director Sami Humaid, and the Head of the Al-Wahda Cooperative Association Mohammed Al-Nimr. The gathering focused on addressing the primary challenges and issues facing the honey sector, as well as exploring strategies to overcome these obstacles.
The discussions included visions and proposals for enhancing honey productivity and developing marketing strategies both locally and internationally, aligning with best practices and standards. Dr. Al-Dhari and Dr. Al-Madani highlighted the significance of generating proposals and visions during the meeting to advance the honey industry, improve marketing mechanisms, and bolster its role in food security and the national economy.
They called for cohesive efforts between official bodies and community stakeholders to support the production and marketing of honey, aiming for self-sufficiency. Additionally, the private sector, including restaurants, shops, and commercial centers, was encouraged to leverage the high quality and reputation of Yemeni honey products to promote them at a national and international level.
District Director Sami Humaid emphasized the meeting's commitment to empowering local products, strengthening the national economy, and addressing the challenges faced by honey producers, traders, and marketers.
The meeting concluded with several decisions and strategic initiatives to develop the honey sector. These include supporting unregistered local products and collaborating with the General Authority for Specifications, Measurements, and Quality Control to officially register them. An integrated value chain system was also proposed to ensure high-quality standards and competitive pricing. This system aims to organize beekeepers to market local honey efficiently and increase its visibility in major shopping centers, thereby enhancing consumer access and promoting national brands.