Why Honey Testing Matters — and Why OPRASHI Screens for 574 Pesticides

Honey should be delicious and safe. That’s why every OPRASHI lot undergoes independent testing at the Croatian Institute of Public Health (HZJZ), including a comprehensive 574‑pesticide screen. It’s our purity standard — and your trust guarantee.

What do labs test for?

-Authenticity & composition: fructose/glucose ratio, total sugars, electrical conductivity; melissopalynology (pollen analysis).

-Quality & freshness: moisture, HMF (hydroxymethylfurfural), diastase activity.

-Safety: pesticides (OPRASHI: 574-analyte screen), antibiotics/vet drugs, heavy metals; microbiology (yeasts); where relevant PA, glyphosate.

Why a 574-pesticide panel at HZJZ?

-A broader panel reduces blind spots and delivers measurable proof of purity.

-Transparent documentation for customers and hive adopters.

-Early detection of potential supply-chain issues.

Why this matters to consumers

-Health & trust: tested beyond the usual minimum.

-Traceability: you know where it comes from and what it does (not) contain.

-Responsible beekeeping: you reward quality, not race-to-the-bottom pricing.

The counterfeit honey problem

-Global markets are periodically flooded with adulterated blends (syrups, ultra-filtration to remove pollen, harsh processing), often low-cost imports.

-Our approach: strict testing, transparency, trusted local partners.

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