Nate’s Hives sponsorship reinforces its commitment to honey bee health, sustainable beekeeping and the Florida beekeeping industry

Beeville, TEX. – November 3, 2025 –Nate’s Hives, a top U.S. apiary, is proud to serve as a top sponsor of the 2025 Florida State Beekeepers Association (FSBA) Annual Conference, taking place November 6-8 in Kissimmee, Fla. The FSBA sponsorship underscores the commitment of Nate’s Hives to advance honey bee health, promote sustainable beekeeping practices and support the growth of Florida’s beekeeping industry.

“This year’s FSBA conference theme, ‘The Importance of Honey Bee Health and Sustainable Entrepreneurship,’ speaks directly to the Nate’s Hives mission of protecting honey bees and advancing the beekeeping practices that will keep the industry strong for generations to come,” said Matt Halbgewachs, President and Head Beekeeper at Nate’s Hives. “Florida is a critical region to the honey industry, and this sponsorship along with the recent launch of Nate’s Hives grant program underscore our commitment serve as a resource to beekeepers in the state and across the U.S.”

Nate’s Hives is a top beekeeper in Florida and celebrated the opening of its new state-of-the-art honey extraction facility in LaBelle, Fla., on October 15. This major investment expands its footprint in one of the largest beekeeping hubs in the U.S., enhancing domestic honey production and supporting honey bee health through innovative, sustainable practices.

Additionally, the Nate’s Hives Grant Program was launched in October 21. The grant program will fund up to $100,000 annually for research that strengthens honey bee health, supports sustainable beekeeping practices and promotes environmental and industry innovation. All of Nate’s Hives recent initiatives highlight the company’s growth, industry leadership and dedication to supporting both beekeepers and the future of honey and honey bees.

About Nate’s Hives

At Nate’s Hives, our mission is to provide the highest-quality, best-tasting raw honey to as many people as possible. We cultivate thousands of hives around the U.S. with the utmost care through sustainable and responsible practices, so our honeybees can thrive. We are proud to uphold a tradition of excellence and lead the industry in our honey processes. When it comes to making tasty raw and unfiltered honey, the details make all the difference. For more information, visit www.nateshives.com.

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