Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
See the Missouri Beekeeping Enterprise Budget (XLSX) for related information.
Using this budget, farmers can estimate the costs and returns of beekeeping. Table 1 presents estimates for Missouri based on price forecasts in March 2024. Detailed assumptions and capital investments are summarized in Tables 2 and 3. Establishment reflects someone’s first year of beekeeping with 2 hives. Honey producing operations with 10, 20 or 30 hives are modeled. Going from establishment to 10 hives can take 3-5 years with normal growth. Sales estimates reflect selling honey in one-pound bottles and selling beeswax in one-pound blocks. For more information and support, it is recommended to find a beekeeping mentor and/or beekeeping club near you. Use the “Your estimate” column to plan your beekeeping operation’s costs and returns.
Topics
- Beekeeping
- Crop budget
- Farm budget
Pages
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