Celebrating World Bee Day: Why We Protect Our Favorite Pollinators

Honey Bee with Pollen Baskets on Its Hind Legs Flying Over a Crape Myrtle Tree in Bloom

Happy World Bee Day from our family to yours!

On May 20, 2026, our team is taking a moment to celebrate the hardest workers in Oklahoma and Texas.

We love bees. We love pollinators. Most of all, we love to eat—and without these incredible insects, our favorite local foods wouldn't exist.

As a family-owned business, taking care of our customers is our top priority. Part of that care means protecting the local environment we all share.

🍽️ No Bees, No Honey

Bees are vital to our daily lives. Here is why we champion them:

  • Pollination: They pollinate a third of the food we eat.
  • Local Agriculture: They sustain Texas and Oklahoma crops.
  • Sweet Rewards: They produce the honey we love on our breakfast tables.

🛑 What to Do If You Spot a Hive

Encountering a hive can be startling. Follow these safety steps:

  • Leave them alone: Bees rarely sting unless they feel threatened.
  • Give them space: Keep children and pets away from the area.
  • Observe from afar: Watch their flight path to locate the nest safely.

👋 Our "Bee-First" Removal Policy

Sometimes, bees build hives where they endanger people or property. When that happens, our family takes a responsible approach:

  1. Relocation First: We contact local beekeepers immediately to safely move the hive.
  2. Exhaust All Options: We explore every non-lethal path to preserve the colony.
  3. Lethal Means Last: We only use treatments as a final resort when safety is at risk.

Need help identifying a stinging insect near your home? Contact our team today to discuss safe, responsible solutions for your property.

And check out these helpful sites for identifying bees and other pollinators in our service area:

https://www.pollinator.org/pollinator.org/assets/generalFiles/Texas_bee_guide_FINAL-6.17.24.pdf

https://extensionentomology.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/06/TOPP-Pollinator-Project-ID-Guide-6-5-19.pdf

https://www.inaturalist.org/check_lists/4341603-Native-Bees-of-Oklahoma--non-exhaustive-