New York Packaged Bees For Sale
New York Packaged Bees For Sale
Beekeeping has become very popular in New York. In fact, according to an article in the New York Post, over the last four years, the number of hives has risen 35 percent and the number of beekeepers has risen 21 percent. Whether you live in the mountainous regions of New York, in the forest, or in NYC, beekeeping can be a successful hobby or business at any location.
Mountain Sweet Honey Company is committed to offering New York beekeepers with superior honey bees, beekeeping supplies, and industry-leading customer service. All 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.
Bees for Sale in New York
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New York beekeeping is on the rise and Mountain Sweet Honey Company is the #1 shipper of Italian bee packages on the East Coast. Our professional customer service reps are on hand to assist you with any questions you may have. We can help you determine exactly what’s necessary for a successful beehive and what the best ship date is for your bees.
We proudly offer Langstroth beehives, the most common hive body in the United States. We locally manufacture our own bee hives with premium wood from New Hampshire. Each hive component is manufactured with a focus on value and quality craftsmanship. We also have 3-lb package bees, nucs, and beehives for sale.
Package Bees for Sale in New York 
All our package bees are grown in Georgia. We are committed to using all organic management practices and our bees are inspected by the Georgia Department of Agriculture and will have a Georgia Department of Agriculture Health Certificate stapled on the outside of the shipping crate. We have package bees for sale for the 2026 bee season with multiple dates available and we proudly offer Italian honey bees. Shipping package bees is what Mountain Sweet Honey Company does, so we understand the logistics of safely transporting them. We also insure our package bee shipments. We assure you our honey bees are shipped properly, promptly, and with great care, so you can rest assured that when you order your bees from Mountain Sweet Honey Company, they will safely arrive to your destination healthy.
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About us
As of 2017 Mountain Sweet Honey Company is the #1 shipper of honey bees on the east coast, something we proudly attribute to our repeat customers, dedicated employees, and knowledge of the business.
When we first started out, beekeeping was a hobby. The demand grew and as it did, so did the number of our hives. In our second year of business, we started selling honey bees and a few beekeeping items. Now, we offer a full line of essential beekeeping supplies. Throughout the process, our main focus has remained – to provide beekeepers with chemical-free bees. We strongly believe in this purpose as well as offering high-quality bees and beekeeping supplies and providing knowledgeable advice. We always execute our orders with outstanding customer service.
Whether you’re a professional beekeeper, a beginner or 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.
We are located at 758 Georgia Highway 184, Toccoa, GA 30577.
Beekeepers Association in the State of New York
New York City, NJ Beekeepers Association
Empire State Honey Producers Association in New York City, NY
Western New York Honey Producers Association in Buffalo, NY
Syracuse, NY Area Beekeepers Club
Mid-York Beekeepers Association
Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association in Watertown, NY
Catskill Mountain Beekeepers Club in Albany, NY
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Beekeping in New York – Frequently Answered Questions
Is Beekeeping Legal in New York City
Beekeeping in New York City is legal and it’s something that has been growing over the last decade. But beekeepers are required to register their hives within 30 days of hive establishment.
Where do I buy beekeeping supplies?
Finding a reputable beekeeping supplier is sometimes challenging. As a new beekeeper, you will want quality products, sound advice, and competitive prices.
When you call Mountain Sweet Honey Company you will be speaking to a fellow experienced beekeeper. We understand that you have questions, as a new beekeeper, and we have the answers to your questions. We maintain a call center to assist you with your beekeeping questions.
We offer a wide selection of quality beekeeping supplies at affordable prices. We offer FREE SHIPPING on orders over $125 with a few exceptions.
Our company strives to ship all beekeeping supplies within 1 business day. No waiting for 3 to 5 weeks of shipping delays, as with the BIG box companies. We understand you need your products now.
We only sell wood products from the USA. In fact, our wood products are manufactured here in Georgia. We will never advertise items we do not have in-stock.
What type of bees should I buy as a beginner?
The Italian honey bee is, by far, the most common honey bee used by 93% of beekeepers.
The Italian honey bee has many good traits which include the following:
- The Italian does have the best temperament we have encountered. It must be noted that ALL bees have “good” days and “bad” days. Italian bees will have “bad” days, just like us humans. I recommend if you see your Italian bees become aggressive, just put the hive cover back on the hive and come back another day. “Good” days far outnumber the “bad” days!
- Italian bees have a excellent seasonal start in the Spring. The bees will thrive once nectar and pollen start coming into the hive. The Italian queen senses the pollen and nectar and begins to accelerate her brood production.
Overall, Italian honey bees get an “A” from Ray in the Bee Yard!