apiary management | education | pollination services | honey bee rescue
monroe township (middlesex county) nj | (732) 641-0237 | info@ochoneybees.com
Welcome to Old Church Honey Bee Farm! We’re not just about producing honey; we’re dedicated to fostering a brighter, bee-friendly future. Join us in celebrating the amazing world of bees and all the sweetness they bring to our lives!
Established in March 2021, Old Church Honey Bee Farm was founded to safeguard honey bee populations. Our initiatives include providing K-12 educational programs to local school districts, ethically managing thriving honey bee colonies at our main apiary in Monroe Township, Middlesex County, NJ, and multiple remote sites, and offering essential pollination services to nearby farmers.
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The significance of bees in global food pollination cannot be overstated, with one-third of the food we consume dependent on their vital role. Regrettably, bee populations are in decline due to various factors such as widespread pesticide use, habitat destruction, drought, air pollution, and the impacts of climate change, many of which are exacerbated by human activity.
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Recent statistics reveal a troubling trend: Professional beekeepers in the United States reported a 48% loss of managed honey bee colonies from April 2022 to April 2023. This decline is not confined to local regions but a worldwide crisis demanding urgent attention. All of us must contribute to bee conservation efforts.
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To support this cause, we have committed to donating all proceeds from honey sales throughout the 2025 calendar year to The Bee Conservancy. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to bee protection, environmental preservation, and promoting food justice through community-driven education, research, habitat restoration, and advocacy. The donation has been made for calendar year 2024 in memory of my grandmother, Marie Coscione.
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Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on how you can join us in our efforts to save the bees.
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Warm regards,
Jason Martin, Beekeeper
Old Church Honey Bee Farm