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Berry Beekeeping
Established · 12 signalshoney Hawke's Bay

Berry Beekeeping

The Berry family's beekeeping journey began in 1944 when John's grandfather, Percy Berry, established Arataki Honey. Winner, Apiculture New Zealand Unsung Hero Award

“If you're looking for a delicious addition to this weekend's slow breakfast or lunch, head along to the Farmers' Market on Sunday and pick up …” · “Bringing their delicious comb honey to the Farmers' Market.” · “Fresh honeycomb.”

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Their Story

The Berry family's beekeeping journey began in 1944 when John's grandfather, Percy Berry, established Arataki Honey. John Berry started helping with bees at the tender age of five and entered the industry full-time at fifteen, making him a third-generation beekeeper with nearly six decades of…

What They Make

  • Fresh honeycomb
  • Manuka comb honey
  • Clover comb honey

Awards & Recognition

  • Apiculture New Zealand Unsung Hero Award — Winner

How to Get Their Products

Farmers' Markets

Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

Hawke's Bay·Sun 8:30-12:30

Direct Sales

316 Te Aute Road Hastings

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