About Us

We started beekeeping together in 2014 as a hobby and quickly realized how much we loved it. It gave us a way to spend time together, work hard at something meaningful, and enjoy the sweet reward at the end of each season.

As the years went on, we became deeply connected to the beekeeping community here in Dufferin County. It’s a generous, knowledgeable group of people who are always willing to share what they’ve learned. With their support and encouragement, our passion for bees grew into something much bigger.

Over time, that passion evolved into Derkwood Beekeeping Supplies. After many rewarding years supporting local beekeepers, we have now officially closed the supply side of the business and are continuing forward as Derkwood Honey.

Today, our focus is on producing and sharing high-quality local honey, bulk honey, refill honey, and honey-based products, along with lip balms, health and beauty items, and practical packaging essentials like glass jars and pails. While our business has changed, our connection to bees and the beekeeping community remains at the heart of everything we do.

What started as a hobby has truly become a way of life. We’re proud of how far this journey has taken us and grateful for the customers, fellow beekeepers, and community members who have supported us along the way. We’re excited for this next chapter as Derkwood Honey and look forward to continuing to share the best of what we do with you.

Melissa Greenwood & Mike der Kinderen
aka “The Derkwoods”