Almond Pollination & Brokering

As beekeepers, our responsibilities are indispensable as they play crucial roles in pollination, the ecosystem, and ultimately, our food security in the United States. Over the years, declining bee populations and colony collapses have caused significant concerns for farmers and beekeepers worldwide. This is where Jose Uribe, a leader in beekeeping and queen breeding, comes in. With over 14 years of extensive experience in migratory commercial beekeeping, at times managing 3500 hives, as well as traveling to the Midwest annually for the honey crop, Jose is committed to preserving and fostering healthy honeybee colonies for generations to come.

Commercial beekeeping exposed him to various challenges and opportunities with these creatures and further fueled his interest and passion for bees. Jose learned how to manage large numbers of hives, transport them across the country, and extract honey for commercial use. Thanks to his extensive experience, he’s well-versed at what he does today. He applies his knowledge to maintain and nurture healthy colonies for his customers.

Uribe Honey Bees offers superior commercial almond pollination and brokering services throughout California. The service has become one of Uribe Honey Bee's flagship offerings and has been widely successful. Jose uses very specific protocols and guidelines when managing pollination, from pre-inspections to hive placement to hive management. Thanks to his attention to detail and his experience with the health of honeybee colonies, Jose has received excellent feedback from his customers, who have witnessed an increase in hive population first-hand, and growers, who have seen almond yields soar. Uribe Honey Bees is proud to be part of the pollination effort that helps put food on billions of tables worldwide.

Jose Uribe is different from your ordinary beekeeper/queen breeder. His passion for healthy and thriving honeybee colonies is evident in his work. His dedication to sustainability, ethical practices, and continuous learning is genuinely inspiring. With over 14 years of experience in the beekeeping industry, Jose is qualified in all things honeybee-related, and he’s using that knowledge to give back to the community. Uribe Honey Bees, founded by Jose Uribe, is an exceptional company that puts honeybee health as its top priority. With his YouTube channel, The California Beekeeper, Jose shares his knowledge, educating and entertaining people in an approachable and informative way. He’s actively contributing to a better future where honeybees thrive and continue playing critical roles in pollination, the ecosystem, and our food security.

If you'd like more information on pollination & brokering services, email us at thecaliforniabeekeeper@gmail.com.

2024 Queen Bees

Uribe Honey Bees is now offering 2024 Queen Bees! These specially bred queens have proven to be stronger, healthier, and more efficient in laying eggs. Not only that, but they also produce bees that will greatly benefit your hive.

Imagine having a thriving hive with an abundance of bees and honey, all thanks to our Uribe Honey Bee's quality queen bees. With our superior genetics and resilience, they are able to withstand harsh weather conditions and diseases, ensuring the longevity of your colony.

Upgrade your beekeeping game today by purchasing our 2024 Queen Bees! Click the button below and give your hive the royal treatment it deserves. Your bees will thank you for it!

  • Carniolan

    Carniolan Queens are meticulously handpicked from an elite New World Carniolan breeders lineage. These remarkable bees possess unrivaled strength, enabling them to effortlessly over-winter in smaller cluster exceptionally well. They need less feed during the winter months and have a very fast build up in the spring. But that's not all! Known for their impressive honey production, Carniolans are the ultimate choice for hobbyists and commercial beekeepers aspiring to excel in the world of honey production.

  • Italian

    Italian Queens- handpicked from our exclusive stock. Our careful selection process ensures that we choose traits that guarantee the highest level of hygiene, in addition to being disease and mite-tolerant bees. Renowned for their exceptional ability to produce a remarkable amount of brood all year round, Italian Queens are a force to be reckoned with when it comes to pollination and honey production. Be it a small-scale backyard apiary or a thriving commercial operation, our Italian stock is the perfect choice for any beekeeper.

  • Hybrid

    UHB hybrid stock is a popular breed. Annually a select few queens have been hand chosen as our breeders to ensure we breed from the highest-performing and most hygienic hybrids. We breed these queens with our own Italian and Carniolan breeder drone stock to produce the best possible traits of both breeds. UHB hybrids have excellent brood patterns and store an outstanding amount of resources, making them ideal for all hobbyists and commercial beekeepers.