Higher over the period
Israel Honey Production moved from 3.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 3.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+26.7%), an average of +2.7% a year. The series high was 4.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 2.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What Israel Honey Production shows
Israel Honey Production was 3.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 8.6% on 2023. Israel’s honey production showed a moderate growth trend with periodic fluctuations between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the influence of climatic conditions, seasonal variations, and developments within the country’s beekeeping sector. Honey production began at approximately 3 thousand tonnes in 2015 and declined to 2.5 thousand tonnes in 2016.
A 44.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2016) is 2.00 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +40% in 2017.
Ranks 23 of 27 countries covered
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Israel ranks 23 for 2024, behind China (444.8 Thousand Tonnes) and India (146 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.2% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Israel Honey Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.80 | +8.6% |
| 2023 | 3.50 | −22.2% |
| 2022Peak | 4.50 | +12.5% |
| 2021 | 4.00 | 0% |
| 2020 | 4.00 | +5.3% |
| 2019 | 3.80 | +5.6% |
| 2018 | 3.60 | +2.9% |
| 2017 | 3.50 | +40% |
| 2016 Trough | 2.50 | −16.7% |
| 2015 | 3.00 | — |
Regional context
How Israel compares in Asia
Honey Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Israel is highlighted.
1China444.8
2India146
3Turkey95.49
4Iran80.25
5South Korea31.22
6Vietnam25.46
7Thailand11.68
10Israel3.80
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region.
Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
About this indicator
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
However, production recovered significantly in the following years, reaching 3.5 thousand tonnes in 2017 and increasing further to 3.6 thousand tonnes in 2018. The upward movement continued in 2019, with production reaching 3.8 thousand tonnes, indicating improved hive productivity and stable demand for locally produced honey.
During the period from 2020 to 2024, Israel’s honey production maintained relatively stable levels with some fluctuations. Production increased to 4 thousand tonnes in 2020 and remained at the same level in 2021. Output further improved to 4.5 thousand tonnes in 2022, representing the highest production level during the observed period. However, production declined slightly in 2023 to 3.5 thousand tonnes before recovering to approximately 3.8 thousand tonnes in 2024. Despite annual variations, the overall trend indicates resilience and consistent production capacity within Israel’s apiculture industry.
Israel’s honey industry is supported by advanced agricultural practices, organized beekeeping networks, and diverse floral resources available across different regions. The country produces various types of honey from seasonal flowering plants, contributing to domestic consumption and specialty honey markets. Beekeeping also plays an important role in supporting agricultural productivity through pollination services, particularly for fruit and crop cultivation.
From a macro indicator perspective, Israel’s honey production reflects a mature and efficiently managed apiculture sector with relatively stable output patterns. The increase from 3 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 3.8 thousand tonnes in 2024 highlights gradual sector development despite environmental and climatic challenges. Future growth potential will depend on sustainable bee management, technological improvements, protection of pollinator populations, and continued efforts to enhance honey quality and production efficiency.
- Indicator
- Honey Production
- Country
- Israel
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Israel Honey Production?
Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
What was Israel Honey Production in 2024?
Israel Honey Production was 3.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 8.6% on 2023.
How has Israel Honey Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Israel Honey Production moved from 3.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 3.80 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+26.7%), an average of +2.7% a year. The series high was 4.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 2.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Israel Honey Production?
The highest value was 4.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 2.50 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What does the Israel Honey Production data include and exclude?
Included: Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region. Excluded: Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
Where does the Israel Honey Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?pickerSort=asc&pickerMetric=entityName&Food=Honey&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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