Group 1 - The honey produced in Jia County, particularly jujube flower honey, has gained recognition from foreign clients, especially from the Middle East [1] - Jia County is known for its long history of jujube tree cultivation, which has created a favorable ecological environment for beekeeping [1] - In 2022, China exported over 67 million yuan worth of honey to Saudi Arabia, with most of it being jujube flower honey [2] Group 2 - Jia County Fenghe Biotechnology Co., Ltd. was established in 2019, leveraging the local jujube tree planting advantage and collaborating with a research center to develop jujube flower honey products [2] - The company has a production line capable of processing 1,500 tons of honey annually and has developed convenient products like "spoon honey" [2] - Research has shown that jujube flower honey has a higher amylase activity compared to other common honey types, enhancing its market appeal [3] Group 3 - The region along the Yellow River in Shaanxi is one of China's major jujube production areas, attracting beekeepers from across the country during the flowering season [4] - Beekeepers, such as Qi Guanghui, travel extensively to manage their hives and produce honey, contributing to the growing export demand for Chinese honey [4] - The increasing international interest in Chinese honey has motivated local beekeepers, enhancing their commitment to quality production [4]

Group 1 - The first Quality Brand Honey Tasting Event in Shandong Province was successfully held in Linqu County, known as the "Hometown of Chinese Acacia Honey," bringing together experts, scholars, and industry representatives to discuss high-quality development in the beekeeping industry [1] - The event showcased the quality and craftsmanship of Shandong's honey brands, emphasizing the importance of bee resource protection and the dissemination of bee culture through a format of tasting to promote improvement and cooperation [4] - A total of 48 honey products from 25 companies were selected through rigorous evaluation processes, resulting in 6 gold, 11 silver, and 16 bronze awards for traditional honey varieties such as acacia, jujube, and wildflower honey [4] Group 2 - The Deputy Director of the Shandong Provincial Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Bureau expressed three expectations for the beekeeping industry: to enhance product quality, to empower the industry with technology, and to increase brand effectiveness [5] - The focus is on transforming Shandong honey products from "qualified" to "high-quality," establishing a "Shandong Quality" reputation, and transitioning from raw material output to brand leadership [5] - During the event, participants visited local companies and explored the modern processing chain of the beekeeping industry, highlighting the integration of science, culture, and tourism as a means to inject new momentum into high-quality development and rural revitalization [6]