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Welcome to Biggie Bee Farm
Visible, local, and measurable environmental impact — powered by pollinators. Bees are the architects of life, discover how a hive can shift an ecosystem.
Every hive we build and establish supports biodiversity, drives ecosystem restoration, strengthens local agriculture, and grows our Louisiana’s Pollinator Waypoints. Our mission goes beyond beekeeping — it’s about connecting to nature, communities, and creating an impact that lasts.
Can you guess this Louisiana bloom?
Tap to reveal what our bees are foraging right now.
Aster
Symphyotrichum spp.Fall nectar & pollen — builds winter bees.
Goldenrod
Solidago spp.Major fall honey flow — rich golden pollen.
Mistflower
Conoclinium coelestinumLate-season nectar — also feeds monarchs.
Meet the busiest workers in Louisiana.
Tap to hear a healthy hive at work.
That sound is ~50,000 pollinators working. Investing in your hives give you an opportunity to experience your impact & private videos. Learn about hive sponsorship →
At Biggie Bee Farm, pollination isn’t just a service — it’s the heartbeat of Louisiana’s food supply.
Each hive makes over 20,000 pollination trips a day, fueling stronger harvests, healthier ecosystems, and fresher food for families across the state.
From farms and nurseries to private gardens and community green spaces, our bees work tirelessly to boost crop yields by up to 30% — meaning sweeter watermelons, richer berries, fuller orchards, and fields that thrive season after season.
When you partner with Biggie Bee Farm, you’re not only supporting production — you’re investing in a resilient, sustainable Louisiana, where pollinators and people flourish together.
Every bloom, every harvest, every bite begins with pollination.
Located along the mighty Mississippi River in Port Allen, Louisiana, Biggie Bee Farm is a venture by father and son, Doug and David Wilkinson. What began as a hobby has blossomed into a growing business dedicated to providing customers with raw local honey products, pollination services, and beekeeping. Biggie Bee operates on beekeeping practices that preserve our natural environment and strengthen native plants as well as pollinator biodiversity. The more native plants that bloom and flourish through the seasons, the stronger our colonies become. This ensures we can provide our customers with an unprocessed product rich in taste and nutritional value. In addition to honey products, we also offer hive removal services as well as pollination services aimed to enhance agricultural productivity, achieve conservation goals and building a sustainable future.
Louisiana “What to Plant” Calendar
Tap a month for what to plant + the hive story behind it.
JanuaryStructure Before Flowers
What to plant / do
- Prep beds, edges, and planting zones
- Seed native grasses where appropriate
- Plan bloom succession for spring–fall
Hive + honey flow
- Clustered + conserving; little nectar coming in
- Habitat matters now (not just flowers)
Main notes
- Leave stems/leaf litter for overwintering insects
- Think “structure + shelter” first
FebruaryThe First Fuel
What to plant / do
- Milkweed (transplants preferred)
- Coneflower, bee balm, liatris (corms)
Hive + honey flow
- Brood begins ramping; pollen = protein
Main notes
- Early installs root before Louisiana heat
MarchPollinator Ramp-Up
What to plant / do
- Black-eyed Susan, native sunflowers
- Partridge pea (direct sow)
- Frogfruit plugs (turf-replacement)
Hive + honey flow
- Foragers surge; brood expands fast
Main notes
- Groundcovers reduce mowing + provide steady nectar
AprilBuild the Layers
What to plant / do
- Passionflower vine (trellis/fence)
- Joe-Pye weed (moist areas)
- Extra milkweed (habitat stacking)
Hive + honey flow
- Strong growth; swarm prep can begin
Main notes
- Vertical diversity = more species supported
MayBloom Insurance
What to plant / do
- Bee balm (Monarda), blue mistflower
- Fill gaps so summer doesn’t go “empty”
Hive + honey flow
- Peak brood; storage begins if nectar is steady
Main notes
- Continuity beats one big spring bloom
JuneLet the Land Work
What to plant / do
- Mulch + water; avoid heavy new installs
- Patch frogfruit where bare
Hive + honey flow
- Heat management begins; nectar varies by year
Main notes
- Support season = survival season
JulyHeat Strategy
What to plant / do
- Minimal planting; protect established beds
- Let partridge pea + sunflowers carry
Hive + honey flow
- Ventilation/bearding; stress if dearth hits
Main notes
- Resilience > perfection in Louisiana summer
AugustFall Food Starts Now
What to plant / do
- Goldenrod, native asters
- Blue mistflower (last strong window)
Hive + honey flow
- Often dearth-ish; late planning matters
Main notes
- Fall bloom determines winter survival
SeptemberPantry Month
What to plant / do
- Goldenrod, asters (priority)
- Native grasses (second window)
Hive + honey flow
- Building winter bees + reserves
Main notes
- Monarch tie-in: migration fuel blooms
OctoberRoots & Habitat
What to plant / do
- Native grasses; divide perennials
- Expand frogfruit patches
Hive + honey flow
- Brood declines; colonies consolidate
Main notes
- Next spring is decided in October
NovemberDon’t Clean It Up
What to plant / do
- Mulch lightly; leave stems + seed heads
- Stop over-tidying beds
Hive + honey flow
- Small cluster; conserving energy
Main notes
- “Messy” habitat saves overwintering pollinators
DecemberPlan the Waypoint
What to plant / do
- Plan layout + order seeds/plants
- Map bloom succession (spring→fall)
Hive + honey flow
- Rest mode; low activity
Main notes
- Planning month = highest ROI month
Biggie Bee Farm
Services
Visit these pages to learn more about each service we can offer
Local Roots
Port Allen Louisiana
Stores
Our honey can be purchased at these local stores and tasted in at these local kitchens.
