Commitment to bees & the future

Bees are invaluable to our ecosystem: almost 80% of all crops and wild plants are pollinated by honey bees. In order to support and protect these fascinating animals, we have set up ten beehives on our premises and are actively involved in the Beekeeping Group Upper Austria-Salzburg.
Our goal: To ensure the continued existence of healthy bees – naturally and sustainably.

One of the biggest threats to bees is the Varroa mite. If a colony is infected, it can collapse completely within a short time. Together with experienced beekeepers and the Weng Beekeepers’ Association, we therefore specifically support the breeding of varroa-tolerant bees. Modern methods such as the artificial insemination of queens ensure that resistance traits are passed on in a targeted manner – without the use of chemicals or other aggressive treatments.
Our vision: Beekeeping like in our great-grandfather’s time – close to nature, sustainable and chemical-free.

Since 2019, regular breeding projects and counts have been taking place on our company premises. In May and June, queen bees are artificially inseminated under microscopes, followed by the important evaluation of the colonies in August. Initial successes are already visible: bee colonies have been identified that naturally develop resistance to the Varroa mite.
The advantages of this breeding are obvious: no pesticides in the honey, longer bee performance and an important contribution to preserving our food diversity.