The National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM) is a centrally sponsored scheme launched in 2020 by the Government of India. It promotes scientific beekeeping and honey production in the country. The mission aims to double the production of honey in India by 2025.
NBHM is being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare in collaboration with state governments. The scheme provides training, equipment, and financial assistance to beekeepers. It also promotes the use of modern beekeeping practices and technologies.
The mission has been successful in increasing honey production in India. The country’s honey production has increased from 12,000 metric tons in 2019-20 to 20,000 metric tons in 2022-23.