Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities.
Ukraine Honey Production was 53.49 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 7.6% on 2023. Ukraine’s honey production maintained a strong position within the global apiculture industry between 2015 and 2024, supported by extensive agricultural land, favourable climatic conditions, and a well-established beekeeping tradition. Honey production was recorded at approximately 63.62 thousand tonnes in 2015, followed by a slight decline to 59.29 thousand tonnes in 2016.
Ukraine Honey Production moved from 63.62 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 53.49 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−15.9%), an average of −1.9% a year. The series high was 71.28 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 53.49 Thousand Tonnes in 2024.
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2024) is 17.79 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +11.7% in 2017.
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Ukraine ranks 10 for 2024, behind China (444.8 Thousand Tonnes) and India (146 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 2.7% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
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 Trough | 53.49 | −7.6% |
| 2023 | 57.92 | −8.2% |
| 2022 | 63.08 | −8% |
| 2021 | 68.56 | +0.8% |
| 2020 | 68.03 | −2.7% |
| 2019 | 69.94 | −1.9% |
| 2018Peak | 71.28 | +7.6% |
| 2017 | 66.23 | +11.7% |
| 2016 | 59.29 | −6.8% |
| 2015 | 63.62 | — |
Regional context
Honey Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Ukraine is highlighted.
Data definition
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.
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.
Production increased steadily in subsequent years, reaching around 71.28 thousand tonnes in 2018, representing the highest output level during the period. However, production experienced gradual fluctuations afterward, declining to approximately 53.49 thousand tonnes in 2024 due to various environmental, economic, and sectoral challenges affecting the beekeeping industry.
The overall production trend highlights Ukraine’s significant role as one of the leading honey-producing countries, supported by a large number of beekeepers, abundant floral resources, and extensive cultivation of crops that provide favourable conditions for honeybee activity. The country’s diverse agricultural landscapes contribute to the production of different honey varieties, strengthening its domestic supply and export potential. However, changes in weather patterns, seasonal variations, bee colony health, and disruptions within the agricultural sector have influenced annual production performance.
Ukraine’s honey industry consists of both commercial and small-scale beekeeping operations, with production contributing to rural employment, agricultural sustainability, and international trade. The sector also provides essential pollination services that support crop productivity and ecosystem balance. Despite fluctuations during the 2015–2024 period, Ukraine has maintained a strong production base due to its favourable natural resources and deep-rooted beekeeping practices. Overall, Ukraine’s honey production trend reflects a highly productive but environmentally sensitive apiculture sector, with continued importance in the global honey market and agricultural economy.
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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.
Ukraine Honey Production was 53.49 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 7.6% on 2023.
Ukraine Honey Production moved from 63.62 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 53.49 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−15.9%), an average of −1.9% a year. The series high was 71.28 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 53.49 Thousand Tonnes in 2024.
The highest value was 71.28 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the lowest was 53.49 Thousand Tonnes in 2024.
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.
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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