16th International Conference of the Arab Beekeepers Union
The 16th International Conference of the Arab Beekeepers Union will be held in Amman from 1–4 November 2026, bringing together a distinguished community of beekeepers, researchers, experts, academics, policymakers, companies, and institutions from Jordan, the Arab region, and around the world.
The conference provides an international platform for exchanging knowledge and expertise, showcasing the latest research, technologies, and innovations, building partnerships, and opening new horizons for advancing the beekeeping sector and strengthening its contribution to food security, biodiversity, the green economy, and sustainable development.
Conference Theme
Arab Bees and Contemporary Transformations Towards a Sustainable Green Economy
Conference Vision
Bringing together knowledge, expertise, and innovation to build a more sustainable, competitive, and future-ready Arab beekeeping sector.
Conference Objectives
- Advance knowledge and modern practices in the beekeeping sector.
- Promote scientific research, innovation, and technology.
- Support the quality and value addition of bee products.
- Advance sustainability, biodiversity, and food security.
- Create new opportunities for investment, entrepreneurship, and partnerships.
- Build bridges of cooperation among beekeepers, researchers, institutions, and markets.
Conference Ecosystem & Partners
Arab Beekeepers Union
Jordanian Ministry of Agriculture
Jordanian Specialized Beekeepers Union
National Agricultural Research Center
The University of Jordan
Conference Information
1–4 November 2026
Amman – Jordan
Landmark Amman Hotel
Eng. Muath Kazem
Conference President
President of the Jordanian Specialized Beekeepers Union
Eng. Muath Kazem Conference President |
Towards a More Innovative and Sustainable Future for Arab BeekeepingThe 16th International Conference of the Arab Beekeepers Union is convening in Amman at a time when the beekeeping sector is experiencing rapid and far-reaching transformation. These changes call for a renewed approach to production practices, management methods, innovation pathways, and the sector’s capacity to respond effectively to evolving environmental, economic, and technological challenges. Organized by the Jordanian Specialized Beekeepers Union in Amman, the conference brings together beekeepers, researchers, experts, academics, institutions, companies, and policymakers in a shared platform for dialogue on the future of Arab beekeeping. |
The program addresses a broad range of priorities, including emerging technologies and artificial intelligence, honey bee colony health, product quality and value addition, investment, value chains, sustainability, and biodiversity conservation.
The conference seeks to go beyond knowledge exchange. It aims to translate scientific knowledge, research, and accumulated expertise into practical solutions, effective partnerships, and initiatives capable of generating sustainable impact across the beekeeping sector.
From Amman, we aspire to build stronger bridges between science and practice, innovation and markets, and beekeepers and institutions. Through these connections, Arab beekeeping can further develop its capacity for sustainable growth and competitiveness, while strengthening its contribution to food security, ecosystem conservation, the green economy, and rural development .
Welcome to Amman… where science meets experience, ideas evolve into partnerships, and together we shape the future of Arab beekeeping.
