Danger! Red alarm level: 25 of 30 honey samples fake!

Danger! Red alarm level: 25 of 30 honey samples fake!

In the beekeeper's alarm call, it becomes clear that a current study shows that 25 out of 30 honey samples from German supermarkets are stretched with cheap sugar syrup. According to Bernhard Heuvel, Vice President of the German Association of Professional and Employment, these counterfeits are so clever that they are difficult to detect in the laboratory. The origin of this fake honey often remains secret and raises serious questions about quality. The German professional and employment beekeeping association has taken measures and is working with various organizations, including the EU Commission, on combating these practices. Details on specific brands or products are currently not available because the investigation is still running.

Consumers are asked to be careful when buying honey. Experts recommend that they pay attention to German origin and visit local markets or farm sales. The EU has also reacted and introduced new labeling regulations that require clearer origin information. This regulation must first be implemented, with a transition period of two years being planned. In addition, the border controls are to be reinforced to identify fake honey. Further insights on this topic offers an article on www.ludwigshafen24.de .