Hopkins Hives

Hopkins Hives Hopkins Hives Located in Cairo NE, A small and growing Apriary.

Our hives are located between Dannebrog and Cairo where our bees get some of the best local pollen and Nectar.

Nebraska DMV has made changes to their drivers licenses. Do you see what I see. Most may be surprised to know the honeyb...
03/10/2026

Nebraska DMV has made changes to their drivers licenses. Do you see what I see. Most may be surprised to know the honeybee is Nebraska's state insect. Looks like I need to get a new ID….

02/15/2026

Feb 14th journal update.

Some girls just love a camera.
02/10/2026

Some girls just love a camera.

January has come and gone. Now begins the March towards Spring . Using the USDA zoneing we could see first signficant po...
02/01/2026

January has come and gone. Now begins the March towards Spring . Using the USDA zoneing we could see first signficant pollen flowing in early May. I think we can see this happening alot sooner my best guess is a month sooner. we will Have to wait and see.

Who else is getting the itch for spring ? A few more months and our bees will once again be buzzing around the farm and ...
01/31/2026

Who else is getting the itch for spring ? A few more months and our bees will once again be buzzing around the farm and fields.

As small beekeepers, we face ongoing challenges with costs - equipment, treatments, quality queens, and packaging - but ...
01/30/2026

As small beekeepers, we face ongoing challenges with costs - equipment, treatments, quality queens, and packaging - but every jar of honey represents dedication and hard work. While some may see only the final product, many don't realize what goes into producing it or understand why local honey costs more than mass-produced alternatives. We're not just selling honey; we're investing time, effort, and care into every jar. By choosing local, you're supporting sustainable practices and helping us build a future where quality and integrity are valued. Let's drive change together - ask your questions, demand transparency, and savor the difference that comes from honey produced with passion and purpose.

If you buy real honey ( not that adulterated commercialized syrups they pass off to consumers as honey) you know after t...
01/27/2026

If you buy real honey ( not that adulterated commercialized syrups they pass off to consumers as honey) you know after time it can begin to crystallize. This is common and in most cases a true sign your honey is real. The honey is perfect to eat and sometimes easier to use for spreading on toast as it won’t run off the edges like liquid honey would.

The method I suggest to everyone is the method below. can be done in a bowl of water or on the stove in a pot of water both cases use a candy thermometer or similar to keep a eye on your temperature. Slow and low is best to keep from changing the flavor or removing the beneficial properties of the honey I keep my temp between 105-110 F. After reseal and keep the honey stored above 60 degrees anything close to 50 will rapidly increase the crystallization of your honey.

Have you exhausted your honey supply already this winter? Fortunately, we still have honey available in 1lb jars for $15...
01/25/2026

Have you exhausted your honey supply already this winter? Fortunately, we still have honey available in 1lb jars for $15 and 10oz jars for $8.

We will be at the New Hope Christian School Autumn Market this month. If you are looking at stocking up on Local honey o...
10/14/2025

We will be at the New Hope Christian School Autumn Market this month. If you are looking at stocking up on Local honey or Bee Wax Lotion Bars Make sure you come by and see us. Oct 25th

10/12/2025

It was time to put the doors on the hives today. Hopkins Hives

It’s none of your bees wax but it could be.
09/28/2025

It’s none of your bees wax but it could be.

Completed this year's honey harvest. The bees experienced a remarkably productive year. Time to finish bottling.
09/16/2025

Completed this year's honey harvest. The bees experienced a remarkably productive year. Time to finish bottling.

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Cairo, NE
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