i used to get my beekeeping supplies from a man named Everett Wright Fruitwood orchards in south jersey and he was a commercial beekeeper. he had a honey packing operation and a retail store with a whole bunch of different varieties of honey which i've tried many
That's a lot of honey. I always enjoy you talking to your crew. They all seem so nice and friendly. They're lucky to work at such a great place and have such a great boss.
Thank you for your informational and transparent videos. I purchased some honey and wax from your website last winter and will have your store on my radar next time i am south enough!!
Thanks for sharing wow you just don’t realize how much money a truck load of honey can cost definitely don’t want anything to happen to it prayers for all the drivers a safe trip
You people DON'T know the BIBLE at all 🤨 Sunday is the first day of the week, and Saturday is the 7th day of the week, which makes it the LORD'S DAY OF SABBATH, in Genesis chapter 2, vs 1- 7 so for all you people who think it's OK to worship on Sunday are going to have a problem with GOD when you stand before him, because it was a Catholic Pope who changed the day of worship from Saturday to Sunday, which makes the Catholics Anti- Christ's because they chose to go against the word of GOD, and WHO has the right to change the WORD OF GOD, except GOD, and he changes NOTHING🙏🏽
@@vernestachristopher5929 I was confused about that too in that past, but asked why the Sabbath is Sunday instead of Saturday since in the Old Testament God said the seventh day, Saturday, is the day of rest. It is because Jesus Christ rose from the dead on Sunday so now we Worship Him on the day He rose for His miraculous event. Jesus makes all things new. Blessings. 🙏🏼
He never said they're closed on Sunday because of worship......he just said they're closed on Sunday. We have some stores round here close on mon, and one takes off at 12 on wed..... Jesus said "love God with all your heart, mind,soul and strength, and love neighbor as yourself "and in so doing you fulfill all the commandments. "The sabbath was made for man not man for the sabbath ", stay focused people, "you will know a true believer by their fruit", not what day of the week they think God deserves their attention. "You must be born again ", Bob bears the fruit of loving others, I haven't met a seventh day adventure that does.....yet:(
You are right. He never said he is closed on Sunday because of worship. In any case, it is right to be closed on Sunday and Blessing to Mr. Bob Binnie and his employees. BTW, Loving God with all your heart, mind, soul and strength, and loving your neighbor as yourself does fulfill all the commandments - in addition to the first 10 Commandments God gave Moses. Blessings to all. 😇
Varietal honey is what i like about your store .Samples at the counter makes it great so you can decide which one you want. Always thanks for sharing Bob!
I bought some "blueberry honey" in California. it was just blueberry mixed into honey. Hope you get that blueberry honey listed on your website soon. I just went to buy some, but it isn't there yet...
65 to 72 drums, depending on the weight of a truck and trailer. Scott has a light rig which can carry 48,000 pounds and often brings in 72 drums if the drums aren't filled to the brim.
Hi Bob It's no worries stacking them totes up we stack 3 high full all the time Australia's largest packer has thousands of them stacked this way they are rated for it .
I stack them 3 high too Mr. Bob. No issues. The frames should have a transport load rating on them. (normally in Kilograms). They are rated to stack 2 high during transport. The only thing I do is make sure the bottom tote doesn’t have any plastic in the frame. If it does I will put it in the middle or on top. Stacking 3 high saves a lot of room.
Hi Bob, what are the requirements for labeling the honey? Here in the Netherlands we need to get it tested on pollen and when there is a certain percentage we can label it as such. I was once told it's expensive to have it tested in a lab, but also found information online it is the price of 2 jars of honey. Are there no requirements there? Currently I'm getting heather, it's the only honey I can almost 100 percent ensure its Heather since it tastes bitter and needs to be stirred to be fluid. (It's jelly in the comb, impossible to extract)
The law states that honey should be at least 51% of a variety before you can label it as such but there is not a big program in place for policing that. There are places it can be tested and in my opinion it should be much more than 51%.
Hopefully you can double or triple the banks 2 million you put into honey… the way inflation is going it’s sure scary times .. and the lord will bless you for resting on the sabbath
Id say check on the manufacturer of those totes and their specs, here in Australia our totes( IBC's) can be stacked 3 high with honey in them. 1.5T each tote.
my uncle got 5 hives in Michigan. A neighbor started to lease property to a commercial operator; barely any honey and constant robbing since then. We need laws for that kind of crap.
The problem that you have with that, is then you get over-regulation just like in North Dakota. it still doesn't solve the problem. States that super-regulate like South Dakota, have people that literally hide their hives, paint them different colors and hide the hives so planes cannot see them. People are having to be competitive with where they place hives, and bee pastures are being sprayed. Thanks to state noxious weed laws. So less areas to put hives. and no, it doesn't matter what fines you put up, moonshiners could of cared less and most beekeepers in south dakota dont either. all you can do is make certain your hives are at their best health and try to make due with robbing screens.
We could and have. We've currently moved to stacking one tote on another after reading comments from others. It seems that we had an uncommon problem just that one time.
I work for a road stripping company. We keep 100’s of those totes in our warehouse and outside (weather permitting) stacked 2 high. The frames carries the weight, the bottom of the pallet has a lip to catch the frame below it for easier stacking. Our totes weight about 3200 pounds, a tote of honey might be slightly heavier. I’m sure my company keeps data on the totes and I might be able to have them fax it to your store if that something you’re interested in.
Im just curious how out of state honey is labeled for grocery store, since your "local honey" works great for locals health benifits, is the other states honey labeled which state it comes from? Or do yall mix some of yours in to help with health benefits? And just label it all blueridge honey? As always, appreciate all your amazing educational videos, i turned 5 into 14 this year thanks to yalls help.Taft,tn
We have many labels. Some simply state "Produced In The USA" while others are more specific like "Produced In Florida", Produced In California", Produced In Georgia", "Produced In South Georgia", Produced In The Blue Ridge Mountains", etc. Also a different subject but definitely worth mentioning is that research has shown that it is much more important for honey to be raw rather than local for health benefits.
Our warming room is heated from the the floor and does not get as warm as one might think. As soon as the honey reaches 110°f it gets pumped to the settling/bottling tanks. This can take any where from 2 to 5 days depending on how cold the warehouse is. Totes of course can be closer to five days.
Hey Bob, out of curiosity, what does a drum of standard wild flower honey go for if I were to sell my honey in bulk? I think over the next 3 year's I'm going to start needing ways to get rid of my surplus.😊
Q: Do you take smaller loads of honey? Lets say one 55 drum full? Whats an average price for a drum? Im trying to get $10 dollars a pound here but thats bottled up.
@@marshallburns8762 Our varieties change with the year and season. At this time we have Wildflower, which is the least expensive, Black Sage and Sainfoin Clover for bulk sales. At times we may have Sourwood, Tupelo, Tulip Poplar and-or others. For current prices and ordering it's best to call the store at 706 782 6722.
You mentioned in an earlier video on sourwood honey that a lot of honey coming into the area labeled sourwood was not truly sourwood. You said this honey would be labeled blueberry. Just curious, how is this honey verified as 51% or more blueberry? Are you just trusting of the source since you have been dealing with them for years?
We stack full IBCs or totes full of honey 3 high for over 20 years and never had a problem 😊
I've heard that from several people. Although we initially had a bad experience with that I will have to revisit it. Thanks.
as always, informative video. You are an inspiration
That’s some serious honey!!! 💪🏻💪🏻
Great to see you doing so well.
Those 3 goofing off while Bob is talking to Scott was gold 😂😂.
i used to get my beekeeping supplies from a man named Everett Wright Fruitwood orchards in south jersey and he was a commercial beekeeper. he had a honey packing operation and a retail store with a whole bunch of different varieties of honey which i've tried many
That's a lot of honey. I always enjoy you talking to your crew. They all seem so nice and friendly. They're lucky to work at such a great place and have such a great boss.
Thank you for your informational and transparent videos. I purchased some honey and wax from your website last winter and will have your store on my radar next time i am south enough!!
I like to sleep at night so I don’t go in debt anymore!😂
Thanks for sharing wow you just don’t realize how much money a truck load of honey can cost definitely don’t want anything to happen to it prayers for all the drivers a safe trip
I think this channel might be the most wholesome thing on RUclips, you lot are all great 🙏
There’s a lesson in there Bob, make hay while the sun shines. Buy honey when you can, before someone else does. I need to do some figuring now. 😅
Got the double whammy! 🤪 Bob and Nathan videos this morning! Woo-hoo!
When the price to beekeepers is worthless snang it up.
You are right to stay closed on Sunday. Blessings to you Mr. Bob Binnie and employees ❤😇
You people DON'T know the BIBLE at all 🤨 Sunday is the first day of the week, and Saturday is the 7th day of the week, which makes it the LORD'S DAY OF SABBATH, in Genesis chapter 2, vs 1- 7 so for all you people who think it's OK to worship on Sunday are going to have a problem with GOD when you stand before him, because it was a Catholic Pope who changed the day of worship from Saturday to Sunday, which makes the Catholics Anti- Christ's because they chose to go against the word of GOD, and WHO has the right to change the WORD OF GOD, except GOD, and he changes NOTHING🙏🏽
@@vernestachristopher5929 I was confused about that too in that past, but asked why the Sabbath is Sunday instead of Saturday since in the Old Testament God said the seventh day, Saturday, is the day of rest. It is because Jesus Christ rose from the dead on Sunday so now we Worship Him on the day He rose for His miraculous event. Jesus makes all things new. Blessings. 🙏🏼
He never said they're closed on Sunday because of worship......he just said they're closed on Sunday. We have some stores round here close on mon, and one takes off at 12 on wed..... Jesus said "love God with all your heart, mind,soul and strength, and love neighbor as yourself "and in so doing you fulfill all the commandments. "The sabbath was made for man not man for the sabbath ", stay focused people, "you will know a true believer by their fruit", not what day of the week they think God deserves their attention. "You must be born again ", Bob bears the fruit of loving others, I haven't met a seventh day adventure that does.....yet:(
You are right. He never said he is closed on Sunday because of worship. In any case, it is right to be closed on Sunday and Blessing to Mr. Bob Binnie and his employees. BTW, Loving God with all your heart, mind, soul and strength, and loving your neighbor as yourself does fulfill all the commandments - in addition to the first 10 Commandments God gave Moses. Blessings to all. 😇
@vernestachristopher5929
You obviously know they changed after Jesus resurrected. Plus sabbath is made for man not the other way around.
Varietal honey is what i like about your store .Samples at the counter makes it great so you can decide which one you want.
Always thanks for sharing Bob!
I've got it good like that, too. Organic farmers and alfalfa is our crown jewel this year.
this year have a lot honey , i have 60day not feed sugar , but have a lot rain
Hello Bob. I'm planning on coming down your way in a couple of weeks on vacation.
Let us know when you'll be here.
Thanks for the updates. Nice to hear someone got a good crop this year.
*Best Wishes Bob* 👍🇺🇲
Thank you and the same to you!
I feel you pain on buying honey. I’m a much smaller operation. I’m buying 5 barrels… lol maybe one day it will be 5 truck loads.
I can’t imagine dealing with that much honey!
Hi Don. Sometimes it gives me pause too.
My area in Michigan everyone is pulling about half compared to last year, too much rain. Fascinating how different areas within the state are doing
Seems like that everywhere. Drive a few miles and things change.
I got a laugh out of the crew while you were talking with your trucker. Lol, looked as though they were having a good time😂
If you were here you would see that a lot.
Sign of a happy crew! Must be an enjoyable place to work. It starts at the top!
I'd love to make a trip down someday! Lol, you and your whole crew seem to be a great bunch of people!
I like hearing what the flows are like in other parts of the country. Keep posting Bob.
I always enjoy seeing what’s going on each week.
I bought some "blueberry honey" in California. it was just blueberry mixed into honey. Hope you get that blueberry honey listed on your website soon. I just went to buy some, but it isn't there yet...
That’s lots of honey!!! Thanks!
Outstanding!
In Australia our packers all stack the ibc /tots 3 high
Fantastic…👍
Down south , I like it !
🎉Michigan representing,
Thanks for sharing economics of the biz. How much honey in a truckload.
65 to 72 drums, depending on the weight of a truck and trailer. Scott has a light rig which can carry 48,000 pounds and often brings in 72 drums if the drums aren't filled to the brim.
Our totes can take 1650kg on top, 2 high is guaranteed. Some totes can take more. Its very important to put them on the right spot.
Juggling honey😊
Hi Bob It's no worries stacking them totes up we stack 3 high full all the time Australia's largest packer has thousands of them stacked this way they are rated for it .
Our tote frames must be lighter gauge than yours.
I stack them 3 high too Mr. Bob. No issues. The frames should have a transport load rating on them. (normally in Kilograms). They are rated to stack 2 high during transport. The only thing I do is make sure the bottom tote doesn’t have any plastic in the frame. If it does I will put it in the middle or on top. Stacking 3 high saves a lot of room.
Hi Bob, what are the requirements for labeling the honey? Here in the Netherlands we need to get it tested on pollen and when there is a certain percentage we can label it as such. I was once told it's expensive to have it tested in a lab, but also found information online it is the price of 2 jars of honey.
Are there no requirements there?
Currently I'm getting heather, it's the only honey I can almost 100 percent ensure its Heather since it tastes bitter and needs to be stirred to be fluid. (It's jelly in the comb, impossible to extract)
The law states that honey should be at least 51% of a variety before you can label it as such but there is not a big program in place for policing that. There are places it can be tested and in my opinion it should be much more than 51%.
Hopefully you can double or triple the banks 2 million you put into honey… the way inflation is going it’s sure scary times .. and the lord will bless you for resting on the sabbath
Id say check on the manufacturer of those totes and their specs, here in Australia our totes( IBC's) can be stacked 3 high with honey in them. 1.5T each tote.
Man I got a long way to go to get a simi load only got 2 barrels this year off of 27 colony's
I started this over 40 years ago and I'm still trying to make it better.
Look in to racking you can get racking that will easily take that weight.
I stack my totes of waste oil 2 high, but I don’t blame you for not
my uncle got 5 hives in Michigan. A neighbor started to lease property to a commercial operator; barely any honey and constant robbing since then. We need laws for that kind of crap.
The problem that you have with that, is then you get over-regulation just like in North Dakota. it still doesn't solve the problem. States that super-regulate like South Dakota, have people that literally hide their hives, paint them different colors and hide the hives so planes cannot see them. People are having to be competitive with where they place hives, and bee pastures are being sprayed. Thanks to state noxious weed laws. So less areas to put hives. and no, it doesn't matter what fines you put up, moonshiners could of cared less and most beekeepers in south dakota dont either. all you can do is make certain your hives are at their best health and try to make due with robbing screens.
If you’re concerned with stacking totes, could you stack one tote on top of 4 drums to save space?
We could and have. We've currently moved to stacking one tote on another after reading comments from others. It seems that we had an uncommon problem just that one time.
I work for a road stripping company. We keep 100’s of those totes in our warehouse and outside (weather permitting) stacked 2 high. The frames carries the weight, the bottom of the pallet has a lip to catch the frame below it for easier stacking. Our totes weight about 3200 pounds, a tote of honey might be slightly heavier. I’m sure my company keeps data on the totes and I might be able to have them fax it to your store if that something you’re interested in.
Thanks. We've had a few issues so I will be erroring on the side of caution.
Im just curious how out of state honey is labeled for grocery store, since your "local honey" works great for locals health benifits, is the other states honey labeled which state it comes from? Or do yall mix some of yours in to help with health benefits? And just label it all blueridge honey? As always, appreciate all your amazing educational videos, i turned 5 into 14 this year thanks to yalls help.Taft,tn
We have many labels. Some simply state "Produced In The USA" while others are more specific like "Produced In Florida", Produced In California", Produced In Georgia", "Produced In South Georgia", Produced In The Blue Ridge Mountains", etc. Also a different subject but definitely worth mentioning is that research has shown that it is much more important for honey to be raw rather than local for health benefits.
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Mr. Bob, since heating is a debatable topic in processing honey , what temp do you keep your warming room at and is there a timeframe?
Our warming room is heated from the the floor and does not get as warm as one might think. As soon as the honey reaches 110°f it gets pumped to the settling/bottling tanks. This can take any where from 2 to 5 days depending on how cold the warehouse is. Totes of course can be closer to five days.
@@bobbinnie9872 Thank you and very informative!!
Could you put some pallet racking in to stack totes?
We could but we actually don't handle a large amount of totes.
Hey Bob, out of curiosity, what does a drum of standard wild flower honey go for if I were to sell my honey in bulk? I think over the next 3 year's I'm going to start needing ways to get rid of my surplus.😊
It depends on the current market, the region and what it is. Currently it could be anything from $2.00 per pound to $4.00.
And a cup of coffee is $7
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That’s a lot of honey
Do you send the drums backhaul?
We do return or swap out drums. A full dry van carries around 326 and Scott carries 256 on his flatbed so not every trip is a backhaul.
Q: Do you take smaller loads of honey? Lets say one 55 drum full? Whats an average price for a drum? Im trying to get $10 dollars a pound here but thats bottled up.
We do purchase smaller lots but we have lined up all the honey we need for this season.
we stack ibc 2 high most go 3 high
Several people have mentioned that. Although we had a bad experience with this early on I will be revisiting this. Thanks.
they look so flimsy, i know, we are beekeepers in australia, like your vids. @@bobbinnie9872
Sign on your door.
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Slolnik in Chicago should have drums.
Thanks Diane. I will save that name. Since I took this video I actually found a source in Alabama that I think will work well.
@@bobbinnie9872That's good. The mint growers around here buy from them (and others) to store mint oil. Going to be a bunch more shortages I fear....
Hey, recently i have been watching a lot of videos on beekeeping. Do you buy honey from international countries. I would like to have some insight.
I don't buy imported honey so I can't really offer any insight on that.
I can get you twenty empty honey drums
We were able to find what we needed, thanks.
What’s the average price per drum ??
We currently sell clean wildflower honey for $3.70 per pound.
That’s not bad. It’s a bit more then Walmart honey but that honey is from a mix of countries
Do you sell on a website and what kinds of honey do you keep in stock
@@marshallburns8762 Our varieties change with the year and season. At this time we have Wildflower, which is the least expensive, Black Sage and Sainfoin Clover for bulk sales. At times we may have Sourwood, Tupelo, Tulip Poplar and-or others. For current prices and ordering it's best to call the store at 706 782 6722.
Bob
Do you sell all that honey to other stores?
There's too many different customers to mention but most of it goes to grocery stores.
Is this Best honey?
I haven't purchased honey from them for several years.
Good family, the son told me about the time he had to use the truck run away ramp. On the way to your place. With a load of honey on......
You mentioned in an earlier video on sourwood honey that a lot of honey coming into the area labeled sourwood was not truly sourwood.
You said this honey would be labeled blueberry. Just curious, how is this honey verified as 51% or more blueberry? Are you just trusting of the source since you have been dealing with them for years?
Yes, the source is a reliable friend that should know the source.
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Have you or do you know of anyone harvesting Redbud tree honey ?
Sorry, I don't know of anyone.