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Hello I am looking for a source for buying bee pollen. Can you tell me where I might find someone local? I live in Wayne, Michigan zipcode 48184.
Thank you so much for any help.
Sherrie
I forwarded your request to Rich Wieske in Detroit. He should be able to take care of you. Thanks!
Steve Tilmann, Treasurer
Michigan Beekeepers’ Association
Hi Sherrie,
The farmers market at the Wayne movie theater(on Michigan Ave)sells local honey and bee pollen. They are there every Wednesday from 3-7. Hope this helps.
Christy
I am looking for a local beekeeper to purchase organic bee pollen from. I live in Clarkston. Any suggestions? Thank you.
Heather,
We are replying privately directly to your email. Thanks for contacting the MBA!
Steve Tilmann, Treasurer
Michigan Beekeeper’s Association
I am looking for local organic honey and bee pollen near Sterling Heights.
Can you help? Thanks.
Try Rich Wieske, rich@greentoegardens.com. There may be others, but we know Rich has this type of stuff.
I am looking for bee pollen near Sturgis, MI. Any ideas would be helpful!
I am not aware of anyone selling bee pollen in the Sturgis area, but that does not mean there are none. I just don’t know who. You might try Rich Wieske from Detroit, who does have pollen. You can contact Rich at rich@greentoegardens.com.
Do they sell bee pollen at the Eastern Market on Saturday in Detroit. Or does any of the local companies in that area sell it.
Denise,
We are forwarding your question to a beekeeper in the Detroit area that may be able to help.
I am looking for local fresh honey for making mead. Is there a source or beekeeper in my area (South Lyon, MI)? Thanks
I am looking to purchase organic beeswax. I live in Rochester, MI. Can you directo me to someone local to me that sells it?
hello, im looking for Raw Wild Flower Honey of large amounts, and by Raw i mean it has not been filtered or heated at all (if warmed then not ever 100 F),Please can you tell me who sells such honey. I live in Hamtramck MI.
I live in St Clair County near Marine City, Iam looking for someone in this area who is actively keeping bees. I am interested in starting a hive of my own and would like to have someone who is my area to talk to and possibly be a mentor for me. I looked at the map on this website and it seems that there is no one in my area……
Hi Lisa,
Congratulations on your efforts to become a beekeeper!
First, we would suggest that you go to a local bee club meeting. There, you will find lots of resources and people willing to help. You can locate a local bee club by visiting the “local clubs” page on the MBA web site. Don’t be shy, as helping new beekeepers is one of the missions of all bee clubs.
Second, consider taking a beginning class. You have meny options. Most local clubs will hold a beginner class during the winter or spring. SEMBA, in your area, holds theirs in March. The Center of Michigan Beekeepers (COMB) is hold theirs on January 12 (click here for more info). And, of course, you will definitely want to attend the 2013 MBA spring conference in East Lansing. The conference is two days packed with courses, classes and resources. Click here for more info and to register on-line.
Steve Tilmann, Treasurer
Michigan Beekeepers’ Association
I am a woodworker looking for some local beswax that I can use in finishing cutting boards. I am in the Kalamazoo area, can you help?
Thanks
Hello!!
I just moved to Detroit from over the border about an hour east of Windsor, ON and although I am not (yet!) a beekeeper, I have attended several workshops and make my own beeswax lip balm and honey body scrub. Is there anyone in the metro Detroit area that sells beeswax and/or unpasteurized honey? I am out of honey and in need!
Thanks so much for your help!
~Jessica
Try Rich Wieske. Email: rich@greentoegardens.com. phone: 248-585-5558 or 248-705-5181
I am curious about beekeeping and trying to find some organization or group to learn from in the Hillsdale, MI area
Marty,
Congratulations on your interest! Beekeeping is a fascinating and rewarding endeavor. We would suggest that you contact a local beekeepeing club. You might want to look into SEMBA (email: rsuther@sembabees.org). They are in southeast Michigan. Another option would be Center of Michigan Beekeepers (COMB)(email: mrisk75@gmail.com). They meet in East Lansing. Check out the MBA web page for local clubs.
We would definitely recommend you consider attending the MBA 2013 spring conference March 8 & 9 in East Lansing. This is THE spot to be for Michigan beekeepers. There will be two days packed with classes, featured speakers and vendors. More info can be found on the MBA web site.
And, finally, consider joining the MBA! It is a great organization. There are a ton of member benefits and you will be supporting one of the oldest agricultural organizations in the United States!
Thank you!
Hi! I’m looking for locally produced honey from a keeper that does not use any chemicals/antibiotics etc. in the hives. I’m just educating myself on raw honey but I would certainly be open to that option. I am in Ann Arbor.
I am captivated by bees… I’ve read many books on beekeeping and would love to become a beekeeper. My city does not allow this for my property so I’m entertaining the thought of helping to maintain someone else’s for the hands on experience, the trouble is I can not find opportunities on the web to do such a thing. I would appreciate any input I can get… I’m in the metro Detroit area.
Thank you
Dee,
Thanks for contacting the MBA. Beekeeping is a fascinating endeavor and you hve ample opportunities to turn your interest into a reality. First, I am not so sure that Detroit has ordinances against beekeeping. There are a lot of beekeepers in and around Detroit. Second, Michigan has a right to farm law that probably supercedes local ordinances. Go to the MBA web site and search for “right to farm” and you will find a post that goes into this further. Basically, you have to follow a set of practices, called GAMPS, for beekeeping (which is not hard to do). Third, we would suggest that you contact SEMBA (the Southeast Michigan Beekeepers Association) by going to the local clubs page on the MBA web site and following the link. SEMBA is a network of local beekeeping clubs in your area that have monthly meetings and is a great pleace to learn and network. Fourth, consider the 2013 spring conference of the MBA which is only a week away. Check it out at http://www.michiganbees.org/2012-spring-conference/. The conference is at the Kellogg Center on the MSU campus March 8 and 9. There are two days packed with classes, vendors, speakers and much more. Many of the classes are repeated on each day. The MBA spring conference is THE place to bee for anyone interested in honey bees. At the conference, you may want to attend Rich Wieske’s class. Rich is a Detroit beekeeper and can help you connect with the resources you need.
Steve Tilmann, Treasurer
Michigan Beekeepers Association
Thank you for your response! I live in Oakland County directly across the street from Detroit, I have read that Detroit allows this but my particular city does not. I do appreciate your help and will be looking up the information that you gave me!
Does anyone have any left over nucs or bees by the lbs for sale? I live in southeast michigan. I am willing to travel or have them UPS to my home. Thanks for any help I know it is getting late to start my hives. Thanks- Brad
Hello MBA,
We are a commercial honey packer located in southeast Michigan. We have recently launched a Michigan raw honey product and because we would like to expand our Michigan honey distribution we are in search of beekeepers to supply quality Michigan honey. Is there a listing anywhere on your website of members who sell honey by the drum? Ideally we would purchase in quantities of 20+ drums; picked up, drums exchanged. Beekeepers who work together would be welcome to combine their honey to make loads. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thank you,
Rebecca
517-467-2482 x 115
Hi, SE Michigan here, near Lake St Clair.
Normally at this time of year, we have plenty of bees buzzing around the coreopsis in my yard….and my perennial salvia…….very few this year and I’m getting concerned….what can be done???
I have no room to step up a full size hive…..small suburban yards.
A friend in NE Ohio has told me last winter was hard on bees….
Hi Deb,
Yes, last winter was tough on honey bees. Preliminary surveys indicate that 31% of the managed colonies in the US died last winter. In some areas, the percentage was much, much higher. This huge loss directly affects every person because honey bees are so important for pollination. For example, this is the first year ever that there was a serious question if enough honey bees colonies would be brought to California for the almond pollination… despite record high rates for colony rentals. Look at your dinner plate and most of the things you see are directly or indirectly the result of pollination.
So it is not surprising that you are noticing a lack of honey bees. Also, keep in mind that a colony of bees will focus on a particular bloom (species of plant) at a time even though other pollen sources are available and even closer to the nest site.
As to your comment that you don’t have room for a hive. There are a lot of beekeepers who manage a colony or two even without a backyard space. Urban beekeeping is perhaps one of the fastest growing segment of beekeeping. These people keep their hives on rooftops, balconies, decks and just about any space large enough for a bee hive (a couple of square yards). You would be surprised. Check out your local bee clubs (http://www.michiganbees.org/about/clubs/) and start from there. The local clubs are a great place to learn, network and explore.
Steve Tilmann, Treasurer
Michigan Beekeepers’ Association