GMAP Ethiopia

We are proud to announce another key milestone — a newly developed, standardized traceability system for Ethiopian honey products! 🌍🍯 While many Ethiopian honey exporters to the EU had their own traceability methods, the lack of a unified approach led to gaps in transparency and quality control. To solve this, #UNIDO worked closely with industry stakeholders, including Ethiopian Apiculture Development Association (EADA), the Ethiopian Agriculture Authority (EAA), honey exporters/ processors and the Ministry of Agriculture, to create a system that tracks every critical step — from beekeeper registration to final sales. Why is this important? By ensuring every stage of production is fully traceable, we’re not only boosting the quality and safety of Ethiopian honey but also enhancing its global competitiveness. This system will open more doors to international markets, improve transparency, and elevate Ethiopia’s standing in the honey trade. For now, the system will use detailed paper-based forms (available on the EADA website), with plans for future digitization. This is a major leap toward ensuring Ethiopian honey meets international standards and stands out in global markets. 🌍 Supported by the Global Market Access Programme (GMAP), funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development. #UNIDO #HoneyValueChain #Ethiopia #MarketAccess #Traceability #QualityCompliance #Sustainability #GlobalMarkets #Apiculture https://lnkd.in/dxxBQa2J

🌿🍯 Exciting steps forward for organic honey production in Ethiopia! The GMAP Ethiopia project is supporting three organic honey-producing villages in Oromia through specialized trainings for ICS Managers, technical staff, internal inspectors, and cooperative leaders. This pilot initiative is ensuring they meet the new EU Organic Certification standards under Regulation (EU) 2018/848 on organic production and labelling. By building local expertise and strengthening compliance, we're unlocking new opportunities for sustainable growth in Ethiopia’s organic honey value chain. 🌍💪 #OrganicHoney #EUStandards #SustainableBeekeeping #CapacityBuilding #Oromia #GMAPEthiopia #OrganicCertification

🚀 Project News: The launch of the newly upgraded website for the Ethiopian Apiculture Development Association (EADA)! 🌟 Why the upgrade? The updated site will provide greater visibility and serve as an amplified platform to showcase achievements and opportunities within Ethiopian apiculture. About EADA: EADA is vital in: 🌟 Strengthening Communication: Bridging the gap between the government and the apiculture industry. 🌟 Sharing Knowledge: Promoting scientific and technological achievements, industry experiences, and market insights. 🌟 Fostering Collaboration: Encouraging international exchange and cooperation. 🌟 Prospering the Sector: Driving growth and prosperity within Ethiopia’s apiculture subsector. Explore the new features and discover more on the site at: https://lnkd.in/dzdpY_as A huge thank you to our donor, Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, and all our supporters for making this upgrade possible. 🌍🍯 #EADA #EthiopianApiculture #QualityCompliance #GlobalMarketAccess #UNIDO #Norad #SustainableDevelopment #WebsiteLaunch #GMAP

🌍 We are pleased to announce another milestone in strengthening the quality compliance capacity of Ethiopia's honey value chain, enhancing market access opportunities. In cooperation with Ethiopian authorities, the GMAP Ethiopia project has successfully supported the development of the draft 2024-2025 National Residue Monitoring Plan (NRMP), tailored to meet industry requirements. The project also facilitated training on EU-compliant templates and identified accredited laboratories for ongoing testing. This initiative, funded by Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, supports Ethiopia's commitment to maintaining high standards in honey production, ensuring both quality and compliance. #Agriculture #EthiopiaHoneyIndustry #Compliance #InternationalCooperation #Ethiopia

🌍 Enhancing Food Safety in Ethiopian Honey/Beeswax Exports! 🍯🛡️ We're on an exciting journey to boost the food safety standards of selected key honey and beeswax processors/exporters in Ethiopia. 🔍 Our Approach: We conducted a thorough gap assessment of the processors' systems against FSSC 22000 V6, uncovering areas for improvement and developing action plans. Tailored training sessions followed, featuring interactive exercises to help participants understand and apply the standards effectively. The enthusiasm and commitment from participants have been remarkable, as they recognize the benefits of these improvements for their organizations. FSSC 22000 is a globally recognized standard that ensures robust food safety management systems. We're proud of the progress made and confident that these efforts will significantly enhance the safety and quality of Ethiopian honey and beeswax exports, building greater trust among international buyers. Stay tuned for more updates on our journey! 🚀 The GMAP Ethiopia project is funded by Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation. #UNIDO #FoodSafety #FSSC22000 #HoneyExports #Ethiopia #SustainableDevelopment #QualityAssurance #GlobalStandards #CapacityBuilding #Norad

🌟 Exciting News from the GMAP Ethiopia Project! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce the successful delivery of essential beekeeping accessories to our project areas, empowering local beekeepers and safeguarding the production of quality honey for export. 🍯🌍 In line with our commitment to sustainable and quality beekeeping practices, we have provided 85 lead beekeepers with vital tools such as honey extractors, wax stamps, and protective bee suits. These accessories are crucial in enhancing productivity and ensuring the highest standards of honey production. A heartfelt thank you to our donor, Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, for their unwavering support. Together, we are fostering sustainable development and creating a brighter future for beekeeping communities in Ethiopia. 💛🙏 #SustainableDevelopment #Beekeeping #QualityHoney #GMAPEthiopia #NORAD #Empowerment #CommunityDevelopment