Find Illinois's local beekeepers, apiaries and beehives for local honey, raw or pasteurized, honeycombs, beeswax, pollen and more!

Feb 1, 2019 · When adding bees, first take the time to learn how to start a honey bee farm because it deserves some unique considerations. Just as when adding any animal to the farm, being prepared …

Chicago Honey Co-op is a small but growing urban beekeeping cooperative. We offer beekeeping training and practice sustainable agriculture in the heart of Chicago.

Jan 31, 2025 · Fortunately, bees can live in almost any location. Try to face the hive toward the rising sun (east) or towards south. Morning sun on the hive front is a good thing; it warms the hive and the …

Feb 5, 2024 · Starting a bee farm is more than just a hobby; it’s a rewarding adventure that brings you closer to nature and provides the sweet rewards of honey and the benefits of pollination.

Jan 2, 2024 · Learn how to start a bee farm and reap the benefits of pollination, honey production, biodiversity, and conservation. Discover the necessary equipment, choosing the right location, …

Mar 25, 2025 · Discover the ins and outs of bee farming, from setting up a farm to marketing your products. Learn how to keep bees healthy, harvest honey, and sell your products with confidence.

Bike a Bee is an urban beekeeping project with about 100 hives on the south side of Chicago, with a few more scattered around the north side. Most of our hives are placed in community gardens, schools, …

Beekeeping supplies, equipment, classes, honey bees and more. Honeybeesonline.com, Fairmount, Illinois. American Hives built here in central Illinois.