While hives are what most people think of when they imagine “bee habitats,” residents of St. Paul, Minnesota are bringing new meaning to the term. As a way of combating further habitat loss, as seen by Minnesota’s 400 various native bee species every year, artists from a local establishment called Public Art St. Paul are…
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As part of a yearlong tour throughout the United States, Hope Pettibon, this year’s American “Honey Princess,” came through Alaska in the past few weeks, making it the 22nd state she’s visited out of the 25 planned this year. Visiting a few schools as well as a Lions Club, Pettibon has worked to educate both…
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This recipe is specifically for pancake lovers out there who only have so much cash they can spare for IHOP, and it is a recipe to hold on to for years to come! Bringing together the perfect flavor combo of banana and peanut butter—and made all the better with Manuka honey—these pancakes stand alone when…
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From hedgehogs, pet rats, to sugar gliders, it’s becoming far more common to hear about everyday folks adopting smaller, unusual animals as pets. With enough research and dedication to the animal’s care, most people can jump onto this trend if willing to put the work in. No one wants to bear the stigma of abandoning…
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When most people imagine a veterinarian’s job description, they likely picture him or her treating dogs, cats, rodents, birds, or even larger animals, such as horses, cattle, or pigs. However, due to brand new regulations at the federal level, vets will soon have to grapple with a new type of “pet” – honeybees. Given the…
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While most honey lovers can satiate their honey cravings indiscriminately, others choose to take it further by cultivating their taste buds. One such individual is Marina Marchese, who lives in Weston, Connecticut and runs a local honey business. Her goal is simple—to develop America’s palate for tasting and distinguishing honey. After learning her trade in…
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After multiple years of only bad news, the United States’ Department of Agriculture recently released a new report on honeybee colonies with some positive numbers. As of April 1, 2017, U.S. commercial honeybee colonies numbered 2.89 million, which is a three percent growth from the previous year. Even better, the number of colonies lost has…
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In New Zealand, where the growing of Manuka has become all the rage as demand for honey grows around the world, recent research indicated that Manuka may do more than just provide the world with rich, high-quality specialty honey. The Manuka bush, once thought of decades ago as a weed to be eradicated from pastures…
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