Four Leaf Honey Farm, a family-owned beekeeping supply store and retail shop is owned and operated by the 3rd generation beekeepers, The Alexanders. Under their leadership, the farm is creating a big buzz in Wayne County. We asked them to share about their business and connection to the area for our focus on Our Community. Maria Alexander shares:
Conveniently located on 227N, right off I-70, it provides a unique experience for all visitors. Visitors are greeted with the sweet aroma of natural beeswax melting, honey tasting, and educational conversations about ways to promote a healthy environment for the honeybees and local pollinators. In the retail side of the business you can find souvenirs, lots of honey, as well as beekeeping tools and equipment in the back for new and seasoned beekeepers.
History
Four Leaf Honey Farm founded by Earl M. Alexander after retiring from teaching in the late 1930s. Earl or “pop” as he was known in the community, supported the community by employing local high school teenagers to help in the bee yards during the summer. The original Honey Plant was located in Middleboro, IN, in the old school house building (which still stands today). Earl kept over 3000 hives throughout the Wayne County area and transported hives down to Egypt, GA. Fast forward to today, 2024, we are keeping up with some of Earl’s traditions, by hiring some college kids from the community to help during the summer break. While the apiary continues to grow, we currently tend to and keep about 130+ hives.
The BIG BUZZ
While Four Leaf Honey Farm is a small Christian family farm, we are a family worth getting to know. Our honey farm is an attraction to many in the community because of the honey and honey related treats, but also because our family promotes a healthy way of living in the community.
How? By becoming involved in volunteering with various non-profit organizations, providing locally grown produce, and sharing in the philanthropy work of beekeeping education. We promote a healthy environment for the honeybees, educate the next generation of beekeepers, and provide information on all the health benefits of local honey products.
We also provide a platform for small gatherings through pop-up shops where local, small homemakers and business owners can reach a broader audience during the annual Honey Fest, which usually takes place in November and or December.
Personal Passion
Honestly, we are humbled by the work that God has given us to do. We are called to help our neighbors, friends, and the community. For us, we serve our community through our summer produce and transcription services. It allows us to connect with and serve minority populations in the community all over Wayne County and specifically the Latino community.
Reaching the Latino Community means of offering produce they are familiar with, promoting the goods in Spanish, and getting to know what their needs are. It is a blessing, and we are thrilled to work with Purdue Extension, Gateway Hunger Relief Center, Hayes Arboretum, and other organizations to transcribe materials in Spanish to further enhance the value of our community.
We also collaborate with local schools to teach about gardening and fresh produce. We also prepare meals when time permits at Bridges for Life’s program, Dinner at the Lamp. When we help our fellow citizens with no expectations, our cups overflow with gratitude.
Visit Us
What do we look forward to in each season of life? To share the blessings, we have been so graciously given with anyone who wants to learn. We welcome public schools, home schooled kids, organizations, seniors, and more. We’ll provide a setting to learn about beekeeping, growing your own food, and seed preservation at Four Leaf Honey Farm.
Be sure to stop by and visit our bee shop, where you will find an array of delectable honey treats, candles, hot honey, and DRIP Honey Soda! You’ll experience the most refreshing sip of a zero-guilt honey soda!
