Decatur Ridge Apiaries
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About Us
Decatur Ridge Apiaries: Redefining Beekeeping Standards with Superior Queens and Nucleus Colonies.
Welcome to Decatur Ridge Apiaries, a family-owned business nestled in the heart of SW Michigan. Since our establishment in 2017, we've passionately dedicated ourselves to beekeeping, evolving from a simple hobby into an obsession: raising the finest queens for beekeepers like you.
What makes us truly special is our commitment to quality from start to finish in the queen rearing process. Queen rearing and breeding is not simply about getting... Learn more
Breeding Northern Bees
In the heart of Michigan's challenging winters, our beekeeping journey begins with a singular focus: winter survivability. Our queens don't merely meet the standard of winter survival; they define it. They are the heart and soul of hives that endure Michigan's unforgiving winters, where biting cold and heavy snow are their greatest adversaries.
Our queens aren't coddled; they're raised to conquer. They overwinter in Michigan outdoors, with ... Learn more
Customer Satisfaction
At Decatur Ridge Apiaries, we're beekeepers first and a beekeeping business second. Our journey began as a humble fascination with bees, and it's grown into a passionate pursuit of providing exceptionally productive queens to fellow beekeepers like you. We understand the joys and challenges of beekeeping because we live it every day.
We pour our hearts and expertise into every aspect of our queen rearing operation, ensuring that you receive... Learn more