The great British honey scandal
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The Honey Scandal: Uncovering Adulteration
This chapter investigates a significant honey adulteration scandal from 2000, focusing on the mislabeling of Chinese honey and the use of unapproved antibiotics. It highlights the implications for global honey prices and authenticity, particularly in the UK, where testing reveals alarming levels of counterfeit honey. The narrative emphasizes the challenges faced by beekeepers and the ongoing struggle to ensure honey purity amid sophisticated adulteration techniques.
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