Apimondia is pleased to share the invitation to participate in the European Honey Contest 2026, an international competition celebrating the quality, authenticity, and diversity of European honey.
The contest offers beekeepers an opportunity to have their honey evaluated by an international panel of sensory analysis experts. The highest-ranked honeys will also undergo laboratory analyses to verify their authenticity and safety before receiving the top awards.
Participating in the competition provides:
- International recognition for outstanding honey quality.
- Professional evaluation by experienced honey experts.
- Prestigious awards that help strengthen consumer confidence and promote high-quality honey.
Key dates:
- Sample submission deadline: 14 September 2026
- Award Ceremony: 5 December 2026, Koper, Slovenia
Beekeepers attending the B-THENET & BEEXPERT European Beekeeping Event (26–28 August 2026) in Slovenia will also have the opportunity to deliver their contest samples directly to the organizing committee.
For more information and to submit your honey samples, please visit:
www.honey-contest.eu
We encourage beekeepers from across Europe to take part in this excellent opportunity to showcase the quality and diversity of their honey.
