31 Jan 2020 13:19

Primorye boosted honey exports to Asia Pacific 25% in 2019, mainly to China

VLADIVOSTOK. Jan 31 (Interfax) - Producers in the Primorye Territory exported almost 900 tonnes of honey and other apiary products in 2019, 25% more than in 2018, the Rosselkhoznadzor branch for Primorye and the Sakhalin Region said.

The agency issued veterinary certificates for 92 consignments.

China was the main importer of these products, accounting for 90 consignments (893.3 tonnes).

One shipment went to Japan and one to Taiwan.

"Employees of the Rosselkhoznadzor directorate issued veterinary accompanying documents for all export consignments," the statement reads.