Researchers develop technique to authenticate the origin of Western Australia's honey
Researchers from The University of Western Australia have developed a new technique to authenticate the origin of honey through its nectar signature.
Researchers from The University of Western Australia have developed a new technique to authenticate the origin of honey through its nectar signature.
Biochemistry
Jun 14, 2024
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Nectar is a sugar-rich liquid produced by plants. It is produced in glands called nectaries, either within the flowers, in which it attracts pollinating animals, or by extrafloral nectaries, which provide a nutrient source to animal mutualists, which in turn provide anti-herbivore protection. Common nectar-consuming pollinators include bees, butterflies and moths, hummingbirds and bats.
Nectar is an ecologically important item, the sugar source for honey. It is also useful in agriculture and horticulture because the adult stages of some predatory insects feed on nectar.[examples needed]
Nectar secretion increases as the flower is visited by pollinators. After pollination, the nectar is frequently reabsorbed into the plant.
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