Beekeepers are tapping into Minnesota's unique flavors and the honey is something to celebrate
Beekeepers tap into the intricacies of local flavors with delicious results.
By Bill Ward
Special to the Star Tribune
May 12, 2021 — 11:02am
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Bees are in trouble, their population ravaged by herbicides, pesticides and the disappearance of pollinating plants.
But you sure wouldn't know it while perusing grocery stores, cheese shops and farmers markets for the sweet nectar they produce: honey.
Not much more than a decade ago, those plastic-bear squeeze bottles didn't have much competition. Now, honeys and honey-based products proliferate across the culinary landscape. And artisanal producers — especially local ones — are thriving.