Iowa Beekeeping Supplies
Bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River to the west, Iowa is the 30th most populous of the 50 U.S. states. Located in the heart of the Midwest, Iowa’s capital and the largest city by population is Des Moines. Other popular cities such as Davenport, Sioux City, and Iowa City make up for the majority of the population in Iowa. On top of being the state’s political and economic hub with the Iowa State Capitol downtown, the Hawkeye State is also home to the famous Iowa State Fair, where they have the largest butter cow each year. Iowa has also been listed as one of the safest states to live in. As you can see, there are many reasons the business of beekeeping has been thriving in Iowa since the early 1900s. We are passionate about supplying package bees for sale and beekeeping supplies for the beehive, regardless of whether it’s for a hobby in your own yard or for commercial beekeeping.
Mountain Sweet Honey Company provides our customers with the best honeybees, beekeeping supplies, and exemplary customer service. Our apiaries are in the breathtaking northeast Georgia mountains, and we ship bees weekly from mid-March to May. It doesn’t matter whether you’re an experienced beekeeper or just getting started because we have all the beekeeping supplies you will ever require.
Iowa Starter Beekeeping Supplies Kit
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8 Frame Starter Hive
Price range: $169.99 through $199.99 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
First Year 8 Frame Hive
Price range: $244.00 through $279.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
10 Frame Starter Hive
Price range: $215.00 through $225.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Beekeeping Jacket & Tools Combo
Price range: $199.00 through $234.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Bees for sale and Beekeeping Supplies in Iowa
Whether you are a beginner or an expert beekeeper, we offer a complete line of beekeeping supplies. Our beekeeping supplies include hive tools, extractors, and protective clothing which are essential for beekeeping. Our beekeeping supplies also include 8 frame or 10 frame hive bodies, frames, foundation, screen or solid bottom boards, and telescopic covers. We have all the bee health essentials for honey bees. If you’re a beginner, we offer first-year hive kits that have all the necessary beekeeping supplies for a successful and productive beehive.
Keeping our prices affordable while offering top-quality, organic-friendly supplies is important to us. We offer free shipping on orders more than $150 for beekeeping supplies. (Select items not included.)
You can also find bee health items in our shop including essential oils (tea tree, lemongrass), pollen, mite treatments, supplements, and other beekeeping supplies.
Located in the wonderful north Georgia Mountains, Mountain Sweet Honey Company started as a small hobby and has grown into a productive full-time business. We started selling honey bees and a few beekeeping items in our second year of business and we now ship honeybees across the U.S. and offer a full line of beekeeping supplies. Our focus has always been to provide chemical-free bees, and that remains the same.
We strongly believe in our purpose, which is to offer high-quality bees and beekeeping supplies, offer knowledgeable advice to beekeepers, and to always execute our orders with outstanding customer service.
In 2017, Mountain Sweet Honey Company became the #1 shipper of honey bees in the mid-west. Our growth over the years is largely due to loyal repeat customers, our understanding the logistics of shipping honey bees, and the dedicated employees who helped make this growth possible.
If you’re an expert beekeeper, just starting out, or if you’re just interested in learning more about what it takes to be a beekeeper, contact us today at (706) 886-1322 and our customer service representatives are ready to assist you.
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FAQ
Are bees protected in Iowa?
Beekeepers and commercial pesticide applicators play important roles in protecting Iowa’s bees. Owners of apiaries, in order to protect their bees from pesticide applications, shall register the location of their apiaries with the state apiarist.
How do I register my bees in Iowa?
Owners of apiaries, in order to protect their bees from pesticide applications, shall register the location of their apiaries with the state apiarist. Registration shall be on forms provided by the department. The registration expires on December 31 each year and may be renewed the following year.
Can you raise bees in Iowa?
Raising bees in Iowa is completely legal. the Iowa Honey Producers Association is helping to bring new enthusiasts to the hobby. The number of beekeepers in Iowa has tripled in recent years, from around 15-hundred about a decade ago to 45-hundred now, and the numbers are growing quickly.