When hundreds of farmers from across the Commonwealth gathered in November for the Virginia Farm Bureau annual convention in Virginia Beach, they had the opportunity to taste something sweet from the Northern Neck. While the area has been long known for aquaculture and viticulture, Honey River Farm is working to make the area known for apiculture.
The farm, along the shore of the Rappahannock River near White Stone, was started in 2020 by partners Cyndi Knudson and Brian Clements, although preparations for the property and the hives began in 2018. Together they are making small batch pure and infused honey with flavors like cinnamon, ginger and orange. A hot honey infused with habanero and ancho peppers also is a popular item.
How the honey ended up as part of the luncheon’s salad dressing or the reception’s hot honey shrimp skewers was….
