In an innovative stride towards sustainability and pollinator conservation, Jean Navarro and Ana Angulo Perez have introduced Mega Bee Honey, a new line of 100 percent raw, unfiltered honey sourced from hives they rescue across Miami-Dade and Broward counties. This venture not only provides a sustainable alternative to mass-produced honey but also underscores the critical role bees play in our ecosystem.
The inception of Mega Bee Honey traces back to 2020 with the founding of Mega Bee Pest Control and Rescues, a company dedicated to eco-friendly pest control and humane bee hive relocation. The launch of their honey line marks a full-circle moment for the couple, intertwining their passion for bee rescue with community engagement and education. 'Each jar of honey we sell represents a colony that was rescued, a family that was educated about pollinators, and a community that's becoming more aware of how important bees really are,' said Angulo Perez.
Distinct from commercial honey, Mega Bee Honey is celebrated for its purity and nutritional integrity, being raw, unfiltered, unpasteurized, and never diluted. The bees producing this honey are relocated from unsafe environments to carefully managed apiaries, where they contribute to South Florida's biodiversity. Navarro highlights the product's essence, stating, 'This isn't just honey, it's a story in a jar.'
The couple's journey into honey production was fueled by community interest and their growing commitment to pollinator protection. 'As our work rescuing and relocating bees grew, so did our commitment to creating something bigger,' Navarro shared. Mega Bee Honey is not merely a business venture but a mission to foster environmental stewardship and awareness. Angulo Perez added, 'We're here to offer something meaningful, both in quality and in purpose.'
Looking ahead, Navarro and Angulo Perez envision expanding their impact through educational programs and workshops, leveraging their honey as a tool for pollinator conservation. Mega Bee Honey is available through their website and select local farmers' markets, with a focus on small-batch production that honors the natural variations in honey based on the bees' foraging patterns. 'We don't interfere with nature,' Angulo Perez remarked. 'We honor it, and we're grateful to the bees for everything they give us.'
