Minnesota Beekeeping Supplies
If you’re a beekeeper or thinking about becoming one and you live in Minnesota, we are committed to helping you thrive. Minnesota has vast landscapes with more than 10,000 bodies of water, including Lake Superior and Lake Itasca. The Science Museum of Minnesota offers visitors exhibits focused on technology, physical science, mathematics, and natural history. There are opportunities to explore topics such as sportsology, the human body, the Mississippi River, dinosaurs, and more.
Mountain Sweet Honey Company offers Minnesota beekeepers superior honey bees, beekeeping supplies, and industry-leading customer service. Our apiaries are in the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains, and we ship bees on a weekly schedule from mid-March to May. Whether you’re an experienced beekeeper or just starting out, we have all the beekeeping supplies you need.
Minnesota 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
Beekeeping Supplies in Minnesota
No matter your experience or number of hives, we offer a complete line of bees and beekeeping supplies. Our product line includes 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 equipment for a successful and productive beehive.
Our clients have always been our number one focus and it’s always our goal to keep prices affordable while continuing to offer top quality, organic-friendly supplies, which is why we offer free shipping on orders more than $150. (Select items not included.) You can also find bee health items in our shop including essential oils (tea tree, lemongrass), pollen, mite treatments, and supplements.
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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Beekeepers Association in the State of Minnesota
FAQ
How do you overwinter bees in Minnesota?
It is really challenging to keep bees in winter. You can wrap your bees in almost anything for the winter months. Some people use a bee cozy wrap, thick insulation, bubble wrap, tyvek wrapping, or tar paper. The University of Minnesota Bee Lab recommends running all hives at 3 deep (10 frames) with tar paper and a top entrance.
How do I keep bees in Minnesota?
In Minneapolis, keeping bees helps home gardens and the surrounding ecosystem thrive. Thre are some beekeeping rules that need to follow.
- Make sure to provide a water source while the colony is active outside the hive.
- Maintain beekeeping equipment – keep hives painted and secure unused equipment from the weather, potential theft, or occupancy by swarms.
- Colonies must be located at least 20 feet away from neighbors’ homes.
- The apiary property must be enclosed by a latching fence.
- If a colony is less than 25 feet from your property line, a flyway barrier must be installed. The flyway barrier must be at least six feet tall and must continue 10 feet along the lot line in each direction from the hive.
- All other sides of the area around the colonies shall have a barrier (wall, fencing, dense vegetation, or a combination) at least four feet tall.
How many acres do you need for beekeeping?
Most beekeepers have 1 to 2 acres of land with 2 or 3 beehives. If you live in a subdivision we highly recommend you check your HOA governance documents and speak to your neighbors first before placing any colonies on your land.