Advances in Natural Products and Their Geographic Origins
How Raw Honey is Collected, Tested, and Packaged
March, 2025 —
Raw honey is a product of nature’s intricate design and human care. The process begins in wildflower meadows, forests, or remote mountain areas, where bees collect nectar from diverse flora. This nectar is brought back to hives, where bees enzymatically convert it into honey and seal it in wax combs.
Our partnered beekeepers practice ethical and sustainable beekeeping, ensuring the health of bee colonies and avoiding synthetic chemicals. Once harvested, the honey is strained – not filtered or pasteurized – preserving its natural enzymes, pollen, and antioxidants.
Before packaging, every batch of raw honey undergoes rigorous laboratory testing. We screen for antibiotics, pesticides, heavy metals, and ensure compliance with organic certification standards. Only clean, uncontaminated honey is bottled.
Mixing, when necessary, is done only between compatible batches from the same floral region and season to maintain consistency without compromising origin or purity. Each jar is then filled, sealed, and labeled by hand or small-batch machines in food-safe facilities. The result? A golden jar of nature’s untouched sweetness, rich in nutrients and trust.
Exploring the Power of Nature and the Places That Shape It
February, 2025 — Geographic Indication Spotlight: Sidr Honey from Yemen
Sidr honey, made from the nectar of the ancient Sidr tree, is considered one of the rarest and most luxurious honeys in the world. With a deep, rich flavor and medicinal properties that have been revered for centuries, this honey is produced exclusively in the Hadhramaut region of Yemen and is protected under geographic indication. We’re proud to announce that Nature’s Harvest has partnered with a cooperative of Sidr beekeepers to offer a limited quantity of this precious honey to our customers.
January, 2025 — Organic Tea Grown Above the Clouds: Darjeeling First Flush
The “Champagne of Teas,” Darjeeling First Flush, harvested from the Himalayan foothills at altitudes over 6,000 feet, continues to earn its geographic distinction. The unique terroir, climate, and traditional plucking methods give this tea its floral aroma and light golden color. We’re delighted to now include certified natural Darjeeling First Flush in our tea collection – a product of place, heritage, and careful cultivation.