The Research Grant Program is to inspire and fund research that drives innovation to support the long-term success of the honey industry.
Donor Name: Nate’s Hives
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/01/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Nate’s Hives is the apiary company of Sweet Harvest Foods, the largest honey company in the U.S. The mission is to lead the honey industry by innovating from the hive to beyond the kitchen, and they are committed to the continuous improvement of honey bee health, honey production and beekeeping practices.
Focus Areas
Proposals should address one or more of the following areas (not exhaustive):
- Honey bee health
- Sustainable beekeeping practices
- Environmental impacts
- Supply chain innovation
- Consumer demand and nutritional impacts
- Trade policy and production economics
Funding Information
Up to $100,000 will be awarded annually and may be awarded in full to a single program or divided among multiple programs, and span up to three years.
Eligibility Criteria
Proposals are welcome from:
- Universities and academic institutions
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Industry researchers and groups
Note: Sweet Harvest Foods’ employees and immediate family members are not eligible to apply.
For more information, visit Nate’s Hives.
