I am a hobby beekeeper in the northeast (CT) that markets around 300 lbs. of
honey a year. What I do is to go to Christmas fairs that different groups
run. I rented a space (usually from $20-$40) and sold honey and beeswax
products (candles and beeswax orniments). From the fairs I have built up a
customer base for my raw honey sales. I also speak to civic groups. I do not
charge for my programs but I do take some honey to sell.
I have found that I do better at fairs in upscale areas (the people are more
aware of natural foods and they have more income to spend, also my honey and
beeswax products is usually one of the cheeper things to purchase at theise
fairs (I sell my raw honey for $3.00 a pound). Good luck in your marketing!
AND DONT SELL YOUR HONEY AT GIVE AWAY PRICES!
Ralph Harrison [log in to unmask]