Sweet Revolution in
Ramban's Apiculture
Under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Ramban is emerging as J&K's premier honey production hub — home to the world-renowned GI-tagged Sulai Honey.
Sulai Honey — Pride of Ramban
Wild bee honey harvested from the pristine forests of Ramban, known for its distinct flavour, medicinal properties, and unique floral character.
Pure raw wild honey from Apis dorsata colonies in Ramban's forests
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The rock bee responsible for producing prized Sulai Honey in Ramban's highlands
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Key nectar source for Sulai Honey — gives it its distinctive flavour and colour
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Honey bees at work — the backbone of Ramban's apiculture economy
© Unsplash — Free to useApiculture in Ramban
The Department of Agriculture, Ramban actively promotes apiculture through scientific training, subsidized bee boxes, and support for GI-tagged Sulai Honey. Ramban has emerged as a major, profitable honey producer, yielding thousands of quintals annually.
Under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), the district is experiencing a "Sweet Revolution" — targeting increased production and supporting farmers with subsidized bee colonies and modern equipment.
Provided to farmers under HADP with modern equipment and technical support
CSR Honey Entrepreneurial Training in collaboration with local agriculture officials
Sulai Honey selected as Ramban's flagship product for income & employment
Technical support and training for farmers and youth to set up new apiculture units
Key Officials — Apiculture, Ramban
Dr. Vinay Kumar Jandial
Chief Agriculture OfficerRamban District, J&K
Ayaz Ahmad Reshi
District Nodal Officer — ApicultureLeading the Sweet Revolution in Ramban
Kuldeep Bashin
District Agriculture OfficerRamban District, J&K
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