Pollinating what sustains us.
Growing together.
The Community Hive Project is dedicated to creating more biodiverse backyards and farms through targeted pollination of plant-based foods using fully managed beehives.
Our mission is to build beautiful moments in nature that support natural foods.
Unique Backyard Beauty
Honey bees are gentle foragers that can be introduced seamlessly to your backyard, creating incredible blooms and more productive gardens. We handle all the logistics, including town approval, install and maintenance.
Farm Pollination
Our experience with targeted pollination during crop blooms, strategic hive placement, and assessing floral adequacy all work together to increase quantities of fruits, vegetables and herbs.
Non-Profit Initiatives
We’re not just about hives; we’re about people. 20% of every sale we make goes directly to support local growers across Massachusetts who use regenerative practices to boost food accessibility.
Pollination Potential
The western honey bee (Apis mellifera) may be the most efficient pollinator in the natural world, contributing to 30% of total human dietary supply. An average adult worker bee lives about 4-6 weeks, but can pollinate more than 130 varieties of fruits and vegetables. Their critical contribution to pollinate extends to other essential crops, such as apples, almonds, and melons. A 2021 review published in Insects found that honey bees can increase the weight of fruit by up to 50% compared to non-pollination. Their ability to pollinate makes them indispensable for sustainable food production.
Our Story
The Community Hive Project brings beauty and fresh foods to people through the natural power of honey bee pollination.
With two-thirds of American farms gone since 1930 and pesticide use on the rise, we saw a opportunity to build a healthier, more sustainable food system. Honey bees, responsible for pollinating 30% of our food, are at the heart of our mission to support local growers.
Our partnerships spanning residential gardens, farms, and non-profits beautify outdoor spaces through pollination, and help everyone enjoy fresh, home-grown foods. Transparency is at the core of our mission, and we integrate the latest analytics to track pollination potential and impact at every site.
The Community Hive Project was founded in 2024 by Gabe Verzino, a Brown University Public Health graduate and member of the Essex Beekeepers Association. We are based in Natick, MA, and we hope to reconnect you with the best outdoor beauty and foods can offer.
