Honeybee Conservancy
One in three bites of food we eat requires a pollinator, but bee populations especially are increasingly threatened.
To combat this growing problem, Rodale Institute started the Honeybee Conservancy in 2012 to explore treatment-free options for building more resilient colonies.
Our Philosophy
Our beekeeper prioritizes the long-term health of our conservancy and selectively breeds from only the strongest colonies each year. We rely on three philosophies:
- No chemical treatment
- Raise local bees only, as they are better suited to our climate and aren’t weakened in transit
- Leave more honey in the hive where bees can use it as nature intended
Take Our Virtual Beekeeping Course
In this online, on-demand course, you'll learn the basics of keeping a backyard honeybee hive from our resident treatment-free beekeeper.
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