The natural honey producing population in Egypt witnessed a fluctuating trend from 2013 to 2023. The actual value in 2023 stood at 909.03 thousand beehives, showing a slight year-on-year decline of -1.14%. Over the last five years, the average annual variation (CAGR) has decreased by -0.55%, indicating a mild downward trend. Noteworthy is the period between 2018 and 2019, which experienced significant growth following a sharp decline beforehand.
- A gradual reduction in beehives was observed from 2013 to 2016.- Marked resilience and occasional recovery were seen from 2018 onwards.- Recent years (2021-2023) demonstrate minimal year-on-year variability.
Future trends to watch include the anticipated continued decline in beehive population, projected to average -0.99% CAGR from 2024 to 2028, amounting to a total reduction of -4.84%. Factors such as climate change, disease management, and industry practices could prominently influence this downward trajectory.
