Why Bees Are Essential

Bees are part of the biodiversity on which we all depend for our survival. When animals and insects pick up the pollen of flowers and spread it, they allow plants, including many food crops, to reproduce. But sadly, bees and other pollinators, such as butterflies, bats and hummingbirds, are increasingly under threat from human activities.These pollinators contribute directly to food security and in addition to making honey, our bees help secure the successful production of many of our favorite crops, like apples, peaches and the tomatoes. 

Here at Maitri Farm we strive to follow agricultural practices that encourage and cultivate the presence of our honey bees and other native pollinators and we participate in conservation programs that support the protection and development of native species spaces.

  • Maitri Farm Honey Bees

    The Keeper

    With a passion for nurturing healthy hives, Max Cudney from Cudney Family Apiaries, has been an invaluable resource in not only maintaining the healthy bee hives on our farm but his work has helped our burgeoning orchard roar back into health and fruitful production. A longstanding member of the community, when not working in our orchard he can often be found taking care of the hives of our neighbors

  • What to do if you have a swarm

    Visit this link if you have a swarm and don't know what to do.