Ranches & Larger Operations (20+ acres)

Scale hives for pollination benefits and managed agricultural operations

Your Situation

You manage a working ranch or larger acreage - hay, cattle, crops, or a mix. You likely already have agricultural valuation, and you're looking for ways to improve pollination on your pasture or strengthen your documentation.

If your property is more than 20 road miles from Conroe, we'll quote any travel surcharge upfront in your proposal before scheduling site visits.

What You Probably Care About

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Pollination boost

Better pollination = better hay quality, higher pasture yield, healthier crops.

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Documentation support

Professional records and reporting aligned to appraisal district reviews.

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Diversified revenue

Multiple ag products = better tax positioning and audit resilience.

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Professional handling

You run the ranch; we run the hives. Clear division of labor.

The Recommended Tier

Managed Pollination

Scale for maximum benefit

Quoted on assessment (built on $300/colony/year + $600 installation)

Annual service; final pricing set after site assessment.

✓ Site assessment & optimized placement
✓ 8–20+ hives (scales with property)
✓ Bi-weekly in-season management
✓ Pollination optimization
✓ Honey harvest coordination
✓ Income documentation
✓ Scalable service for larger properties

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Real-World Example: 50-Acre Hay Ranch

You manage 50 acres of pasture/hay. You have existing agricultural valuation. You'd like to boost hay quality and add pollination support.

Our recommendation: 10–12 hives, strategically placed for hay pollination.
Your benefit: Pollination support for your acreage. Professional documentation for your agricultural operations.
Outcome: Professionally managed colonies aligned to your goals. Pricing quoted after assessment.
Bonus: Stronger agricultural valuation documentation. Potential neighbor partnerships.

Why Managed Pollination Scales with Your Operation

For Hay Operations

Better pollination = improved legume establishment (clover, alfalfa) = better livestock forage = potentially higher hay prices.

For Cattle Ranches

Pollinated wildflowers and forage improve pasture quality and longevity. More nutritious grazing = healthier herds.

For Adjacent Crops

If neighbors grow high-value crops (melons, cucumbers, etc.), your hives can pollinate for them. Partnership opportunities.

For Income Diversification

Managed colonies provide pollination support and professional documentation for your agricultural operations.

FAQ Specific to Ranches

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

How will hives affect my existing cattle or livestock?

Minimal impact. Honeybees are foragers, not predators. They focus on flowers and pollen, not animals. If you spray broad pesticides, let us know so we can coordinate.

Can I harvest honey myself?

Yes. We coordinate the harvest and you can do it, sell it, or let us handle it. Your choice. We'll discuss options in the proposal.

What if I want to scale even more later?

Easy. Our service scales with your property. For 20+, 30+, or 50+ colonies, we provide custom quotes based on your needs.

Do you handle the paperwork if I want to officially sell honey?

We provide documentation of production. For retail sales, you may need state/local permits. We can advise but you handle the regulatory side.

What if I have an existing apiary or a family member keeps bees?

We can coordinate. We prefer to manage independently to avoid disease cross-contamination, but we can discuss integration.

Will hive placement interfere with farm equipment or spraying?

No. We place hives in low-traffic areas, away from spray zones. We'll coordinate spring/fall spraying schedules with you.

Ready to explore scaling hives on your ranch?

Request a pollination quote. We'll assess your operation and propose a hive strategy optimized for your property and goals.

Request Pollination Quote