Hongjian Chen^1,2

1 Hangzhou Linan Hongjian Bee Breeding Family Farm, Hangzhou 311313, Zhejiang, China
2 Zhejiang Agronomist College，Hangzhou 310021, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Bioscience Methods, 2026, Vol. 17, No. 2   
Received: 29 Jan., 2026    Accepted: 07 Mar., 2026    Published: 20 Mar., 2026

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As a natural and nutritious food product, the quality of honey is subject to the combined influence of various environmental factors. Based on a comprehensive system of quality evaluation indicators, this paper systematically analyzes the mechanisms by which different environmental conditions impact honey quality, examining aspects such as physicochemical properties, nutritional composition, and functional activity. The study focuses specifically on exploring the pathways through which climatic factors (temperature, humidity, and precipitation), geographical environments (altitude, soil type, and vegetation), and ecological settings (pollution levels and biodiversity) influence honey quality. Furthermore, by integrating an analysis of nectar source plant structure, bee population characteristics, and foraging behaviors, the paper elucidates the underlying causes behind variations in honey composition. Additionally, the study examines the impact of processing and storage conditions on the stability of honey quality, and validates the pivotal role of environmental factors in shaping honey quality through comparative case studies of representative regions. The findings indicate that environmental conditions ultimately determine the nutritional value and sensory attributes of honey by influencing the composition of nectar source plants and the foraging behaviors of bees. This paper provides a theoretical foundation and practical reference for optimizing honey production environments and enhancing product quality.

Honey quality; Environmental factors; Nectar source plants; Climatic conditions; Quality evaluation