Instrumented Hives (Coming 2026)

Real-time remote monitoring, predictive alerts, and audit-ready documentation

⏰ Coming in 2026

We're building a full telemetry platform. This page outlines what's coming. Want early access? Join the waitlist.

What Is Telemetry?

Telemetry is remote monitoring-sensors on/in hives that track data in real-time and send alerts if something goes wrong. It's professional beekeeping meets modern agriculture tech.

What We'll Monitor

📊 Hive Metrics

• Temperature & humidity inside the hive
• Hive weight (tracks honey production and bee food reserves)
• Activity level (buzzing/acoustics = colony strength)
• Entrance traffic (foraging activity, swarming behavior)

🚨 Smart Alerts

• Colony collapse or sudden weakness
• Swarming preparation detected
• Temperature stress (too hot/cold)
• Hive robbing or disease signs

Your Dashboard

A cloud-based dashboard where you can see your hives anytime:

✓ Real-time data from each hive
✓ Historical trends (does this colony always stress in July?)
✓ Alerts push to your phone/email
✓ Downloadable reports for appraisal district reviews
✓ Integration with farm management systems (optional)

Why Telemetry Matters for Agricultural Valuation

1. Audit-Ready Defense

If the appraisal district requests documentation, you have **months of automated data** showing hive activity and health. No guesswork, no memory gaps.

2. Predictive Management

We catch problems early (disease, starvation, swarming). Early detection = healthier hives = better agricultural valuation documentation.

3. Transparency

You see hive health in real-time. No surprises. You know exactly what's happening on your property.

4. Data-Driven Decisions

See which hive spots work best on your property. Optimize placement. Build knowledge year-over-year.

Technology Stack (What We're Building)

We're leveraging Azure cloud services, edge computing, and open standards:

Sensors: Temp/humidity, accelerometers, acoustic monitors (off-the-shelf + custom)
Edge Gateway: Solar-powered edge device collects data locally, syncs to cloud
Cloud Backend: Azure Static Web Apps + Functions for real-time processing
Dashboard: React/Next.js frontend for real-time visualization
API: RESTful API for integrations, future expansion

Pricing (Estimated)

Tier 1 + Telemetry

+$600/site/year (Lite)

Add monitoring to agricultural valuation tier

Tier 2 + Telemetry

+$1,200/site/year (Plus)

Add monitoring to pollination tier

Sensor Hardware

Included

One-time cost bundled with service

Data Privacy & Ownership

Your data is yours. CBC stores telemetry securely to run monitoring and alerts; we don't sell it.
Access: Clients get read-only dashboard access and can request exports anytime.
Security: Encrypted end-to-end with Azure-grade controls.
Portability: If you leave us, you can take your data with you.

FAQ

Straight answers for landowners who want agricultural valuation without becoming beekeepers.

When exactly will telemetry launch?

Beta testing begins in 2026 with a staged rollout. Join the waitlist for early access pricing and priority support.

Do I have to use telemetry?

No. Tiers 1 and 2 work perfectly without it. Telemetry is an add-on for people who want real-time data and predictive monitoring.

What if I have no internet?

Our edge gateway can work offline and sync when internet is available. We're optimizing for rural areas.

Can multiple properties be monitored?

Yes. You can manage hives across multiple properties from one dashboard. Each property gets its own sensor setup.

Is this a subscription lock-in?

No. You own the data. The cloud service is a subscription add-on, but you can cancel anytime and export your data.

Will this help me get better prices for honey?

Potentially. Buyers love data-backed honey (no disease, optimal harvest timing, documented quality). Premium pricing is possible.

Want early access?

Join the waitlist for beta testing (2026) and get founding customer pricing + dedicated support.

Join Telemetry Waitlist