Do you have any crops that need to be pollinated?
We can provide you with quality beehives for the best pollination of your crop.
For this coming season of spring 2018:
Cost per hive for apples is $89+GST
Cost per hive for kiwifruit is $195+GST
No job is too big, no job is too small, we are part of a partnership of beekeepers with thousands of beehives available every season for your needs so no matter if you need only ten or a few hundreds. we will be able to cater for you.
I would love to meet you on your orchard/farm to discuss your needs, contact Francois on 027 77 46 131
or by email at francois@leworkshop.co.nz
Would you like bees on your property for free? Do you own a farm or property with a lot of pasture in your area?
I am always on the lookout for permanent bee yard.
It is. win/win/win situation where you get continuous pollination of your pasture/crops for free, the bees get a space to forage and I will give you some delicious honey for your support.
If so, please contact Francois on 027 77 46 131 or by email to francois@leworkshop.co.nz
Recommended Bee Hive Density for Pollinating Crops
Apples:
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Standard Apple Varieties
- 2 bee hive per acre for pollinating Semi Dwarf Apple Varieties
- 3 bee hive per acre for pollinating Dwarf Apple Varieties
Pears:
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Pears
Plums
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Plums
Peaches
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Peaches
Nectarines
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Peaches
Cherries
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Cherries
Apricots
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Apricots
Cranberries
- 3 bee hive per acre for pollinating Cranberries
Blueberries
- 3 bee hive per acre for pollinating Blueberries
Raspberries
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Raspberries
Strawberries
- 1 bee hive per acre for pollinating Strawberries
Kiwi Fruit
8 to 10 bee hive per hectares for pollinating Kiwi fruits