Minas Gerais of Brazil stands out in the production of honey and propolis

Published 2022년 8월 15일

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Minas Gerais, a Brazilian state, has emerged as a significant player in beekeeping, with the activity being conducted in 580 municipalities and employing over 45,000 people. The industry is expected to see a growth in production from 7,155 tons in 2021 to 7,512 tons in 2022. The state, known for its cheese production, is also famous for honey and green propolis, with the northern region being a major contributor. Minas Gerais has a robust beekeeping sector, with over 150 associations and 6,617 beekeepers, as reported by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The state has registered a Geographical Indication for aroeira honey, highlighting its quality and uniqueness.

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Text: Correspondent Iara Siqueira with review by Aline Merladete Bees can be a source of income for beekeepers, this relatively simple activity requires less space and investment compared to other crops. Beekeeping is a good option for small producers and family farmers. In addition to cheeses, Minas Gerais has also stood out in beekeeping. The North of Minas, for example, has produced honey and green propolis. According to data from the Secretary of State for Agriculture, Livestock and Supply (Seapa), the beekeeping activity is part of 580 municipalities in Minas Gerais. There are more than 45 thousand jobs, just last year more than 7,155 tons of this type of product were produced in mining lands. The estimate is that this number will grow to 7,512 tonnes in 2022. The North of the State has stood out because of the production of aroeira honey, which received the registration of Geographical Indication, in the Denomination of Origin species. The ...

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