Pakistan, July 6 -- Pakistan's expanding forest cover and plantation of bee-friendly tree species are helping strengthen the country's honey industry, improving rural livelihoods while supporting biodiversity and climate resilience.

Renowned for its diverse floral resources and varied climatic zones, Pakistan produces honey with distinctive taste and quality. Among its most prized varieties is Sidr (Beri) honey, harvested mainly from the forests and semi-arid regions of Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The premium honey is internationally recognised for its rich caramel-like flavour, medicinal value and antibacterial properties.

Experts say afforestation initiatives over recent years have significantly improved bee habitats b...