Qatad, also written Katad in some English listings, is a distinctive Saudi regional honey that appears frequently in Jazan producer and award records.
Qatad is one of the regional honey varieties that makes Saudi Arabia's honey sector particularly interesting. Different English spellings are used in online sources, including Qatad and Katad, so search visibility depends on covering both terms while keeping the underlying product and provenance clear.
Jazan is especially important for Qatad. The 2025 Jazan Honey Festival listed Qatad among the premium honeys showcased by local beekeepers, and Biesh Apiaries has received international recognition for Qatad alongside Sidr and Talh.
For buyers, the regional connection is important because the character of honey reflects the flowering environment. A strong Qatad product page should explain where the honey was harvested, identify the producer and describe the harvest season where that information is available.
International awards provide another useful signal, but awards should be treated as evidence of a particular product or entry rather than a blanket guarantee for every batch. Buyers should still verify current harvest, testing, packaging and availability directly with the producer.
SaudiHoney.com is building Qatad coverage with both spellings to help international consumers find Saudi producers and to give Jazan's specialist beekeepers greater visibility outside the domestic market.