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Honey authenticity -DNA + SORS methods for the authentication of Chinese honey

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Published 27 October 2025

Overview

The FSA required the Supplier to validate and optimize the DNA-based qPCR and SORS methods that were developed in the first feasibility study. This should be done on Chinese honey representative of UK imports and to further investigate the suitability of qPCR, digital PCR and metabarcoding methodologies for honey authenticity purposes.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Contract signed
Procedure
Direct
Published
27 October 2025

Award outcome

Awarded value
£75,955
Award date
25 October 2025
Winner
  • Cranfield University

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    27 October 2025

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Awarded: Honey authenticity -DNA + SORS methods for the authentication of Chinese honey — won by Cranfield University — Skim