As beekeepers inspect their hives this summer, every 7-10 days, here are some essential questions to ask every time they look in the hive. Question 1. How is my queen? This is a critical question for every beekeeper. Hives need a strong queen to calm the other bees, and increase their workforce in order to […]
We have been getting question about the Flow Hive for some time now, and I wanted to share my opinion/ observations about them. My opinion about flow hives: I think Flow Hives are really cool. They are stunning to watch and really amazing engineering. We have a couple and think they are fun. They are […]
Yesterday we talked to the Utah Tax Commission and asked about sales tax for honeybees and equipment. It turns out that we need to be charging in-state sales tax for our products, especially now that we are selling beekeeping equipment. However, they told us about an exemption for those purchasing beekeeping equipment for production agriculture. Like, […]
I love beeswax lip balm! For me, the following recipe is the perfect texture, and I love how it lingers and moisturizes long after applying. It’s soft, but not too soft. It’s not too oily, either. It’s just right. I use it on my cracked, winter hands and Stan used it today to lubricate a jig […]
The case for a ‘local first’ mentality. The article below was copied and pasted from KSL.com. Here is the URL link. http://www.ksl.com/?sid=21721728. Who needs more reasons to buy local? I guess we all do. This article talks about purchasing at a local store 1 out of 10 shopping trips. If you are considering buying bees, […]
Honey is yummy Honey has a delicious, varied, delicate flavor. The flavor depends on the nectar bees gather to make the honey. Honey from dandelion nectar tastes different from honey produced from linden tree nectar or lavender nectar. Nectar variations can result in different color, and texture as well. Heating honey above about 110 […]
I have been making this recipe for about a year now and love it every time. The recipe is adapted from Eat Better America’s Pear-Ginger Scones. Of course I had to substitute honey for sugar and whole wheat flour for white flour. They are still light and amazing! I love how versatile this recipe is. […]
Our house was a bit on the chilly side this St. Patrick’s Day afternoon. And so my daughter and I decided to make some hot chocolate. And, given our honey obsession, we adapted the Hershey’s Cocoa recipe to make special Honey Hot Chocolate. It was yummy and I wanted to share! In most recipes, substitute […]
Dandelions It’s time to revisit what we think of this cheerful springtime flower! Historically, dandelions have been used medicinally and as a food source. Remember the stories about Utah pioneers finding and consuming them gratefully? Have you had a fancy salad with dandelion greens? Yum! These days, dandelions are often thought of as weeds, which […]
Raw Honey: One of the World’s Healthiest Foods Raw honey benefits are described in the article linked below. http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=96 Just saw this link about why raw honey is one of the world’s healthiest foods. Enjoy! Benefits list: Contains beneficial bacteria & antioxidants, helps with blood sugar control, decreases stress hormones, suppresses coughs, increases athletic performance, […]
Even more reason to buy raw, local honey from The Honey Company! This article was copied and pasted directly from the CNN website. It was written November 9, 2011 by Emanuella Grinberg. It can be found at http://eatocracy.cnn.com/2011/11/09/most-honey-sold-in-u-s-grocery-stores-not-worthy-of-its-name/?iref=allsearch. Photos are our own. Most Honey Not Worthy of It’s Name 76% of honey on grocery store shelves […]
Go Honey is our natural version of energy gel. Use it while exercising for a carb boost. What is Energy Gel? Energy gels are thick carbohydrate syrups used to extend muscle energy (glycogen) during exercise. They provide simple and complex carbohydrates. Energy gels are packaged in palm-sized packets for athletes to suck syrup into the […]
Parenting Magazine ran an article on honey as cough syrup. Thought I’d share! This post is a copy of the article text. The photos are our own. Source: Parenting Magazine September 2011 by Alan Greene, M.D. In: Honey Out: DM Cough Medicine Parents spend billions on over-the-counter cough remedies, even though the American Academy of Pediatrics […]
Tips about liquifying raw honey Most all honey will crystalize over time. Raw honey forms a looser crystal structure than heated honey. It reminds me of whipped honey, but more dense. (It is delicious to eat with a spoon!) Heated honey forms crystals which are sharper and more of what you think about when honey […]
Honey is more than just sugar. Here’s why. Honey contains 19 different sugars, many of which are produced when bees ripen the honey. Honey also contains water, at least 8 acids (pH 3.2-4.5), minerals (K, Na, Ca, Mg, Fe, Cu, Mn, Ch, P, S, Si), 6 major live enzymes, 19 proteins, amino acids, and 6 vitamins […]