Value of honey bee pollination to the Australian economy
Since the mid-1980s, economists have made numerous attempts at estimating the value of honey bee pollination to the Australian economy. The exercise is not straightforward,...
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Published: 14 Sep 2010
Author(s): Martin Kneebone
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This RIRDC study aims to find ways to improve producer returns by assessing the effectiveness of the current supply chain arrangements and exploring the scope for the distribution of new and enhanced honey products. In particular, the study assessed the potential to deliver products specific attributes such as low Glycaemic Index (GI) and benefits derived from products that can enable antimicrobial and prebiotic activities.