What is the Honey Levy?

The honey levy is a federal compulsory charge collected on all honey produced and sold in Australia at the first point of sale. It’s currently set at 5.6 cents per kilogram, and it applies to both commercial and amateur beekeepers who sell over 1,500kg per annum. While the amount per kilo might seem modest, when pooled across the nation’s beekeepers, the levy becomes a vital source of industry funding.

From 1 July 2025, the levy was increased by 1 cent per kilogram from 4.6 to 5.6 cents per kilogram. This temporary increase will be in place for six years and is specifically designated to repay the debt incurred from the national response to the Varroa mite incursion. This includes paying our share of the many services you may have participated in through the T2M program including Varroa Development Officers and training.

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