Pakistan's First High-tech Automatic Beeswax Foundation Sheet Manufacturing Unit Inaugurated
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th Oct, 2026)
Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain said that the establishment of the modern beeswax foundation sheet manufacturing unit marks an important milestone in the development of Pakistan’s beekeeping industry.
Addressing the inaugural ceremony of Pakistan’s first high-tech automatic Beeswax Foundation Sheet Manufacturing Unit at the National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), the minister noted the crucial role honeybees play in crop pollination, agricultural productivity, and national food security.
State-of-the-Art Facility for Modernized Beekeeping
The state-of-the-art facility, established at the Honeybee Research Institute, aims to modernize Pakistan’s beekeeping sector. It promotes local production of high-quality beeswax foundation sheets and enhances access to advanced technology for local beekeepers.
Rana Tanveer Hussain emphasized that:
- The new automated unit will benefit local beekeepers by providing quality beeswax foundation sheets, contributing to improved honey production and quality.
- Modern technology and scientific beekeeping practices should be extended to beekeepers nationwide, especially small-scale entrepreneurs and youth.
Potential for High-Quality Honey Production
The minister highlighted Pakistan’s significant potential for producing diverse varieties of high-quality honey. He stressed the need for increased production, coupled with:
- Quality assurance
- Certification and traceability
- Value addition
- Modern packaging
- Effective marketing
to fully unlock this potential.
Rana Tanveer Hussain further called for:
- More effective promotion of Pakistani honey in international markets, targeting high-value markets like Europe, Japan, and North America.
Beekeeping as an Emerging Agribusiness Opportunity
The Federal Minister encouraged youth to consider beekeeping as a modern agribusiness opportunity. He highlighted the potential for new employment and entrepreneurship opportunities within the sector with access to advanced technology, research, training, and markets.
Pakistan-Türkiye Cooperation
Rana Tanveer Hussain also emphasized Pakistan–Türkiye cooperation, acknowledging the valuable contribution of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) to Pakistan’s agriculture and rural development sectors.