Amman, Jordan. The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) is set to coordinate a Mediterranean initiative titled “Promoting Local Apiary Networks and Bee Entrepreneurial Excellence,” with its inaugural conference scheduled for January 28, 2026. Registrations have officially opened for the event, which will be held in a hybrid format.
Conference format and schedule
The conference, themed “From Hives to Horizons: Building a Sustainable Bee Economy in Jordan,” is scheduled to take place from 09:00 to 13:00 Cyprus time in Amman, with an option for participants to join discussions online.
Coordinator role and participating countries
Acting as project coordinator, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry will present the vision and expected impact of the initiative across six Mediterranean nations.
Participants and focus areas
The conference aims to bring together policymakers, beekeepers, researchers, and environmental organisations to explore how the bee economy can support rural development. It will also focus on biodiversity protection and the empowerment of women through entrepreneurial models in the apiary sector.
Programme and sessions
The organisers said the conference marks the beginning of the Planbee journey. The programme will begin with welcome remarks from Jordanian national authorities and representatives of the Interreg NEXT MED Programme.
Honey quality and women entrepreneurs
Expert sessions will examine how flora, climate, and biodiversity influence the quality and branding of honey. A high-level panel discussion titled “MED Queens” will highlight the role of women bee entrepreneurs in strengthening local economies.
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