UMF, MGO, KFactor, and More: Decoding Mānuka Honey Grading Systems
One jar says "UMF 20+", another says "MGO 829+", and yet another shows "KFactor 16." We simplify the various Mānuka honey grading systems so you can shop confidently.
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Stories, science and recipes from the world of New Zealand mānuka honey.
One jar says "UMF 20+", another says "MGO 829+", and yet another shows "KFactor 16." We simplify the various Mānuka honey grading systems so you can shop confidently.

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