The project “Centralising and Packaging of Honey at the Honey Center” led by the Cooperative Polyvalent Le Solitaire Ltd aims to professionalise and strengthen the honey value chain in Rodrigues by centralising the extraction, filtration, ripening, and packaging processes at the Honey Center in Citronelle. The initiative seeks to ensure uniform quality, hygiene, and traceability of honey produced by cooperative members and eventually by non-member beekeepers. Modern equipment, standardized packaging, and a traceability system linking each jar to its originating apiary will be introduced to enhance product consistency and consumer confidence. The project further promotes innovation through the development of value-added products such as lemon-flavoured honey candy and gift packaging, supported by technical collaboration with CIRAD and ICIPE. Expected outcomes include increased income and market access for beekeepers, strengthened cooperative unity, improved product branding under the collective label Le Bon Miel de Rodrigues, and contributions to environmentally sustainable and climate-resilient apiculture practices. Overall, the project supports social, economic, environmental, and technological advancement of the Rodrigues beekeeping sector and positions Rodriguan honey for greater local and international recognition.
