Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about honey? Take some time to explore our FAQ section. There's a good chance someone else may have had the same question already! Notice that you may search the FAQ section by category or by keyword. If you still cannot find the answer to your question, use the question form to submit your question directly to the National Honey Board.

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  • I would like to buy some of your honey.
  • I would like to become a member of the National Honey Board. How do I join?

    • Honey Properties

  • Why does my honey look/taste different than I'm used to?
  • What is raw honey?
  • How much does honey weigh?
  • What is honey’s nutritional information?
  • Why can’t I feed honey to my baby less than 1 year of age?
  • Does honey have an expiration date?
  • My honey has become solid (crystallized), is it still good?

    • Cooking with Honey

  • How do I substitute honey for sugar?

    • Bees and Beekeeping

  • How do bees pollinate plants?
  • How do I tell the difference between honeybees and other stinging insects?
  • How do bees make honey?
  • How do I find beekeeping assocations or publications?
  • How can I find a beekeeper to come and speak to my classroom?
  • Who should I call to remove bees from my property?
  • I am looking for information on beekeeping.

    • Website Questions

  • May I have permission to link to your Web sites?
  • I would like to use some of your recipes on my Web site. May I have permission to use your recipes?

    • Obtaining Honey

  • Where can I purchase a specific type of honey or honey product?