Certified Naturally Grown

This week I have received word that my Apiary has been approved for “Certified Naturally Grown” in 2014.  For those unfamiliar with what that means – it’s an alternative certification – very similar to “Organic” certification.

CNG Standards are very similar to those required for the national “Organic” standards – with the main difference being the inspection portion of the certification.  With CNG – the inspections are performed by local peers in your field.  With CNG – other beekeepers examine my hives and my beekeeping practices – and certify that they feel that my methods comply with natural and sustainable practices.

There are currently about 700 CNG certified farms and apiaries in the United States – and Harmony Hollow Apiaries is (currently) one of only two certified apiaries in Texas.

To find a Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) farm or apiary near you – or to see the standards that a CNG certified farm or apiary must adhere to – see their site at:  http://www.NaturallyGrown.org

This is proving to be an exciting year for us at Harmony Hollow Apiary – and I look forward to seeing where the bees take us in the future.