Busy Bee Acres

06/04/2026

June marks the start of National Pollinator Month, a time to celebrate and support the bees, butterflies, bats, moths, and other pollinators that keep ecosystems and food systems thriving. Many of these important species are in decline, and they need our help.

Support Pollinator Partnership’s on-the-ground conservation work through our Pollinator Month Auction, now live on Zeffy! Browse a variety of unique packages and experiences, from bee-friendly vineyard tours to wildflower field guides and more. Every bid helps protect and restore pollinator habitat while empowering communities to support pollinators nationwide.

Start bidding today and help create a more pollinator-friendly future!
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Photo: Anthony Colangelo, Pollinator Partnership

06/04/2026

Like a bee, you don’t need everyone’s approval to have value. 🐝
You don’t have to be the brightest butterfly in the garden or the center of attention to make an impact. Focus on your own path, work quietly, build something meaningful, and let your actions speak louder than your words. The bee doesn’t waste time proving its worth—it creates honey, supports its community, and protects what matters when necessary.
Stay focused. Stay productive. Stay true to yourself. Not everyone will understand your journey, and that’s perfectly fine. Your purpose is not to impress everyone—it’s to become the best version of yourself.
Make your honey. Protect your peace. Keep growing. 🍯✨

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

05/30/2026

Happy Friday! We hope you had a great week and are looking forward to the weekend. Ordering opens up at 9pm tonight and will close Monday at noon.

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There are lots of fantastic items available this week and every week, from fresh produce and meats to pantry fillers like extracts, jams, flours, and grits. There are sweet crafts and sweet treats and body products for a little pampering and self care. Be sure to scroll all the way through the products list if your furry family members need a treat too 😉

05/27/2026

During the two weeks before a full Moon, (so, right now!) seeds absorb more water. That's the theory behind Planting by the Moon, anyway! Plant your above-ground crops and annual flowers this week to see if it makes a difference 🌱🌓

Here's the science behind the theory: Moisture is increasingly drawn to the soil's surface during the period when the Moon is waxing, causing seeds to swell, promoting stronger germination and better-established plants.

Throughout history, people have planted according to the Moon’s phases—from the Ancient Egyptians to the Romans. Pliny the Elder, a Roman historian, wrote about the Moon’s influence on agriculture. Even in completely different regions like China and Africa, the Moon’s cycles were considered in planting practices 🌕️🌾

Learn more at Almanac.com/planting-by-the-moon

05/27/2026

We have started carrying raw milk from Southern Oaks Jerseys. The gallons are $8.00 and the buttermilk is $6.00.