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Jordan s key tourism industry may have been hammered by Covid, but the pandemic gave a boost to another sector, keeping its beekeepers busy as demand for honey has soared.
Jordan's key tourism industry may have been hammered by Covid, but the pandemic gave a boost to another sector, keeping its beekeepers busy as demand for honey has soared. - Ecosystem service - Rababaa also said that, since the Covid pandemic, "demand for locally produced honey has clearly increased".
Jordanian honey is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and other health benefits. The Kingdom of Jordan prides itself on its rich diversity of honeys, comprising 19 different types. More than 4,000 beekeepers produce between 700 and 800 tons a year, or about 70 percent of the country's annual needs. Jordanian honey sells for between 15 and 30 dinars ($19 to $39) per kilogram, depending on the type. "We are very close to self-sufficiency," says Mohammad Rababaa, director of the Jordan Beekeepers Association.