A CSA is a beautiful thing. It’s a partnership between farms and the community—sharing both the risks and rewards of agriculture.

Here’s how it works:

• A farm offers a limited number of “shares” to the public.

• Customers buy a share (usually before the season begins), which helps fund the farm’s upcoming harvest.

• In return, they receive a seasonal box or bag of farm-fresh goods—produce, honey, eggs, flowers, or whatever the farm produces.

• Pickup happens at scheduled times and locations, either at the farm or local community spots.

For farmers, CSAs provide predictability and stability. They don’t have to rely on loans to repair equipment or expand operations. For customers, it means access to the freshest, most local food possible, often healthier and more flavorful than anything from the store.

We’re officially opening sign-ups for our Honey CSA Program!

If you’re interested in purchasing bulk honey in a way that supports ethical beekeeping and local agriculture, here’s how to join:

1. Email us at alma@sarasotahoney.com

• Use “CSA” in the subject line.

• Let us know how many gallons of honey you estimate needing over a 3- or 6-month period.

➤ Minimum order requirements:

• 3-gallon minimum for a 3-month commitment

• 5- gallon minimum for a 6-month commitment

2. Based on the quantity you provide, we’ll respond with an estimated price per  you decide to proceed, we’ll ask for half the payment upfront to reserve your share. The remaining balance is paid as you pick up your honey. ​

• *Please note: once you commit and submit your initial payment, that deposit cannot be applied toward a different order or refunded. This is because your funds are immediately allocated to purchasing and preparing the bees, hives, and equipment needed specifically to fulfill your honey share. Since our CSA operate based on exact demand, we are unable to make changes once the commitment is placed.

3. You’ll also fill out a short form to let us know:

• How often you’d like to collect your honey

• Where you’d like to pick it up (either at our location at The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime, or at one of our farmers market booths)

Need your honey sooner than scheduled? No problem! Just reach out and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Please allow 10 days for pickup.

Previous generations planted victory gardens in their front and back yards as a means to support their   nation’s war efforts - today many are undertaking the challenge of declaring independence from corporate food systems, reducing reliance on fossil fuels to bring food to the table, and cultivating a more healthy and fulfilling life by taking responsibility and control of our own food supply.  

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To participate in the host a hive please email: alma@sarasotahoney with the following instructions:

Please place: Host a Hive in the subject line.

Your name and address

Do you own your land/house?

Lot size including the house.

Is your backyard fenced in?

Do you have an area in your backyard that is full sun?

Do you have children? ages?

Do you have dogs? How many? Mostly Indoor,  Mostly Outdoor or outdoor under supervision.

Any other pets/livestock?

Please note: We place bees with hosts in the spring and in Sept/Oct.  We will look at your location via google earth. When the bees are ready for placement we will contact you in advance to discuss becoming a host. Please do not be disappointed if your location is not selected as a host. There are many factors we consider when selecting a host such as: security of the bees, forage, other bee population/competition, surrounding agriculture, time management.

For an easier application, click the link below:

 APPLY HERE