The Apiary Project
Advancing bee welfare through education and advocacy
A leading voice in pollinator conservation and sustainable beekeeping practices. Through research-backed analysis, evidence-based advocacy, and practical tools, we work toward a future where both managed and wild bee populations thrive.
Established 2024
For Beekeepers
Practical knowledge for responsible hive management
- Getting Started First hive setup, equipment essentials, and foundational practices
- Seasonal Management Spring through winter care guides and regional calendars
- Equipment Analysis Independent reviews of protective gear, hive components, and extraction tools
- Colony Health Disease prevention, pest management, and health indicators
For Advocates
Understanding and protecting pollinators
- Bee Biology Species identification, behavior patterns, and lifecycle documentation
- Conservation Research Habitat creation, pollinator gardens, and ecosystem support
- Environmental Impact Climate effects, pesticide studies, and CCD analysis
- Policy & Standards Regional regulations, advocacy initiatives, and best practices
Supporting Beekeepers Across America
From backyard hobbyists in California to commercial operators in Montana, we provide research-backed guidance that adapts to your climate zone, management style, and colony needs.
We analyze equipment across categories and price points, drawing on university extension research and manufacturer data to document what's available and how it compares.
Our Initiatives
Policy Issues Tracking
Evidence-based positions on the forces shaping pollinator health - neonicotinoid regulation, Varroa management, habitat loss, honey fraud enforcement, and more.
Research Synthesis
Aggregating and analyzing data from USDA, the Bee Informed Partnership, academic institutions, and conservation organizations to document pollinator population status and trends.
Beekeeper Tools
Free calculators and planning tools built on university extension data - covering Varroa treatment thresholds, honey harvest estimation, and seasonal management planning.
Latest Research & Guidance
Interactive Tools & Calculators
Planning a harvest? Calculating treatment dosages? Mapping your regional bloom calendar? We built the calculators and planning tools that solve real problems beekeepers face every season.
From varroa mite treatment calculators to honey harvest estimators, every tool is built on university extension data and industry standards. No guesswork, just numbers that work.
Explore All ToolsWhat We Do
The Apiary Project is an independent advocacy and education platform covering pollinator conservation, sustainable beekeeping, and the policy landscape affecting managed and wild bee populations. We synthesize research from USDA, academic institutions, and conservation organizations, maintain evidence-based positions on the key issues facing beekeepers and pollinators, and publish practical analysis for beekeepers at every scale.