North Bengal Honey Community Enterprise Participates in the 13th Agro Tech Bangladesh 2025 Exhibition

Dhaka, November 20–22, 2025 — North Bengal Honey Community Enterprise, an initiative supported by Shikkha Shastha Unnayan Karzakram (SHISUK), successfully participated in the 13th Agro Tech Bangladesh 2025 exhibition held at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka. The event was organised by LIMRA Trade Fairs & Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. and is considered one of the largest platforms in Bangladesh for agricultural technology, agro-processing, food innovation and market linkages.
About the Exhibition
Agro Tech Bangladesh is a major international platform that brings together agricultural producers, technology providers, agro-machinery companies, food processing industries, seed companies, and development institutions. The 2025 exhibition hosted hundreds of exhibitors and delegates from countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, India, China, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, Brazil, Italy, Germany, Spain, France, Türkiye, and Thailand.
Alongside international companies, major Bangladeshi public institutions such as BARD, BRDB, Rural Development Academy (RDA), Bogura, and the Cooperative Department also showcased their rural development innovations and community-based enterprises.
North Bengal Honey Community Enterprise at Agro Tech 2025
North Bengal Honey Community Enterprise is a unique community-based initiative consisting of over 300 beekeepers from the northern region of Bangladesh. Supported by SHISUK, the initiative aims to promote sustainable beekeeping, enhance rural livelihoods, and strengthen the market access of natural honey producers.
The Rural Development Academy (RDA), Bogura played a crucial role by training beekeepers, improving production techniques, and sponsoring “Moubazar”, the first-ever weekly honey market in Bangladesh.
At the exhibition stall, the enterprise showcased three varieties of their finest, naturally produced honey:
Blackseed Honey
Litchi Flower Honey
Mixed Flower Honey
Visitors—including traders, development professionals, and international delegates—expressed strong interest in the quality, purity, and traceability of the honey.
Opportunities and Impacts
Participation in Agro Tech Bangladesh 2025 opened new doors for North Bengal Honey Community Enterprise:
1. Market Expansion
International participation created opportunities for future export prospects and partnerships with global buyers seeking natural and organic honey.
2. Knowledge and Technology Exchange
Beekeepers and enterprise representatives were able to interact with international technology providers, gaining insights into advanced honey processing, packaging, and quality certification systems.
3. Brand Visibility
Showcasing at a major national and global platform significantly increased the visibility of Bangladesh’s native honey and highlighted the community-driven model supported by SHISUK.
4. Networking and Collaboration
Discussions with government representatives, NGOs, researchers, and agro-business leaders provided valuable ideas for improving production standards, ensuring compliance with market requirements, and enhancing value addition.
Conclusion
The participation of North Bengal Honey Community Enterprise in the 13th Agro Tech Bangladesh 2025 marks a significant milestone in its journey to transform community-based beekeeping into a sustainable, market-driven rural enterprise. The event not only promoted high-quality Bangladeshi honey but also reinforced SHISUK’s commitment to empowering rural producers through technology, skills, and market access.