Sending honey samples
If you have been in contact with the Honey Research Unit about sending samples, here are further details to ensure smooth delivery.
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Please ensure that samples are in well-sealed plastic containers
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Each sample is labelled with sufficient details
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Send an electronic file with further sample information to the appropriate researcher.
International samples
New Zealand has very strict biosecurity regulations.
International samples must be sent with a permit to the registered laboratory.
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Honey samples for Research
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If you are interested in working with the Honey Research Unit,鈥�痗an supply you with quality samples for your research, please email鈥�research@umf.org.nz鈥痑nd cc鈥�honeyresearch@waikato.ac.nz鈥痶o let us know your intended research and what honey samples would help answer your research question.鈥��
Contact us and connect
If you are a scientist or work in the Apiculture Industry and wish to support or collaborate with the Honey Research Unit, please get in touch to discuss future research.