Côte d'Ivoire aims to enhance its beekeeping sector and prepare for international market…

Côte d'Ivoire aims to enhance its beekeeping sector and prepare for international market access. During a meeting on September 29, 2026, in Abidjan, stakeholders discussed an export potential study revealing significant resources but ongoing challenges in production, financing, training, and compliance with international standards. The National Export Council (CNE), which initiated the study, believes beekeeping can diversify the country's export offerings beyond honey to include wax, propolis, royal jelly, and other hive products, with applications in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.