The “name and place of business” on the label does not indicate where the honey was harvested—it only tells you where it was packaged. Unfortunately, this allows honey to be repackaged and sold under a local label, even by “beekeepers” who no longer keep bees but are still looking to make a profit.

When we think about winter, thirst isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind—especially for bees. But surprisingly, winter can be one of the driest, thirstiest times for bees in a hive.

It’s easy to assume you know the source of your honey when you buy it at a farmers market or farm store. After all, there’s a label that tells you where it comes from. But does that label really tell the whole story?