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Buzzn Bee, a local Florida honey producer, was the first recipient of a loan through Whole Foods Market’s Local Producer Loan Program. Beekeeper David Rukin has been selling to us for years, and he considers his relationship with Whole Foods Market to be a true partnership.
David spoke with us about his experience with beekeeping and his future plans with Whole Foods Market.
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This is excellent! Very Inspiring and definitely getting some honey. Whole Foods is starting to make more and more sense every time I am hearing similar stories of small and local producers selling great products and supporting the way I would like to see the world change for the better.
November 5th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
we met david at the whole foods market in sarasota,fla. this winter.This is the first time we bought his honey and think it’s delicious.Can someone tell us why the container gets squished in and sort of collapses?That has never happened before with any other product.Thank you, Carol
April 3rd, 2010 at 7:07 pm
david rukin is a great person, with a big heart. we met 4-5 years ago and have been friends since. he loves his bees even though i’m afraid he walks straight towads them no mask or anything.. i’v yet to meet another person tht loves what they do as much as him. when u taste his honey u can feel the love n passion he has for these bees.. he is a true artist in bee farming. i support buzzn bee 9/11/2010
September 11th, 2010 at 4:35 am
I am very encouraged to know that there are Big companies out there who are reaching out to the Little non-companies in a pay-it-forward kind of way. I am just starting to learn about becoming a Beekeeper…so it was interesting to hear what David had to say.
January 19th, 2011 at 9:31 am
David Rukin thank you so much for alll you have done in terms of beekeeping you are enhanching the market for longevity foods that are found in the bible for which if one consumes them they will have a longer life than if they didn’t cosume them. It’s great to hear from a down to earth person who is making bee pollen and honey more readily available. I wish you the best and much longevity.
April 19th, 2011 at 7:04 pm
I purchased honey on line from Buzzn Bee Farm maybe a year ago. I can’t find a way to do it now. Do you no longer sell you honey on line? Is it only available in stores?
November 17th, 2011 at 6:34 pm
@Sylvia I don’t believe that Buzzn Bee is performing online orders any longer. If you want to make sure your community Whole Foods Market offers this product, use the link below to help identify the contact information for your store. A Team Member at your store will be more than happy to discuss the availability of this honey in your store. Buzz on!
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores
November 22nd, 2011 at 10:10 am
I’m looking where to buy locally Davis honey buzznbee as I don’t use ebay. Is this product available at Whole Food stores in New York City or Long Island? I LOVE the honey and I finish the present someone sent to me and I’ll love to be able to buy it localy. I have search the internet for a place but there’s no link for it. PLEASE ADVISE asap. Thank you.
December 8th, 2011 at 10:20 pm
@FR We’re so glad you love the honey! Since each store sources their products a little differently, the best way to get the most accurate information regarding the availability of the Buzzn Bee Honey is to check with your local Whole Foods Market directly. There are several stores in NYC to select from; so just follow the link below and type in your zip code for the closest store. If you reach out to your community Whole Foods Market, a Team Member there will be happy to discuss the availability of this honey with you. Thanks for reaching out!
December 13th, 2011 at 10:24 am