Resources and Insights
Dive into a treasure trove of resources and insights about the fascinating Mayan Melipona bees at The Mayan Melipona Bee Sanctuary’s blog. Discover the ancient traditions, ecological significance, and sustainable beekeeping practices that preserve these remarkable stingless bees. Uncover a wealth of knowledge and be inspired to protect these incredible pollinators and their delicate ecosystems.

Mayan Melipona Bee Sanctuary featured on “The Bee’s Knees” Podcast
Guardians of the Stingless Bees: Exploring the Mission to Sustain Melipona Bee Populations (Ep. 49) In the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula, an extraordinary effort

Hurricane Helene Update: A Video Update From Our Director
Our director, Rebecca Robertson, resides in Asheville, North Carolina. She is safe but has been impacted by Hurricane Helene. We appreciate your honey orders now

Angelina Jolie and the Quest to Save the Melipona Bee
We’ve long admired those dedicated to the Melipona Stingless Bees of the Yucatán. When someone like Angelina Jolie champions the cause, the world takes notice.

Healing Wisdom Podcast – S10 with Rebecca Ann Robertson
Founding Director Rebecca Ann Robertson talks about the importance of Melipona bees in the ecosystem of the Yucatan, the unique health benefits of melipona honey,

“What a Bee Knows” by Stephen Buchmann
We are excited to recommend the book “What a Bee Knows” by Stephen Buchmann as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the intriguing world

Celebrating Maya Beekeepers and Bees: A Heartwarming Story on Wired.com
The article on Wired.com shares the collective’s journey, intertwined with the rich history of Central American native beekeeping. Through meliponiculture, these women are not only