Manning Hill Ranch

01/22/2026

So true, unless they genetically modify them and we know that’s not good for our health.

12/08/2025

The bees are all tucked in with their quilt boxes on top and some emergency feed inside, enjoying some time off during this beautiful winter weather.

10/20/2025

This honey bee is still finding some nectar to chase after. I so love how the coneflowers last into the fall.

08/27/2025

If you want to get into beekeeping, this is a great way to get some equipment to start with.

🐝✨ VDACS is now accepting applications for the 2025 Beehive Distribution Program!

Virginia residents ages 18+ can apply Aug. 26 – Sept. 10 for a chance to receive free equipment to assemble new beehives. The program helps grow the number of actively managed honey bee colonies across the Commonwealth—boosting pollination for farms, gardens, and natural spaces. 🌻🌾

📌 Apply and learn more here: https://ow.ly/GZXW50WM435

08/21/2025

Haha…

08/15/2025

Who would have thought that bee stings/venom could bee so beneficial.

In a breakthrough that could reshape cancer treatment, scientists have discovered that honeybee venom can destroy 100% of aggressive breast cancer cells in less than 60 minutes. The key lies in a powerful compound called melittin, found in honeybee venom but not in bumblebee venom.

Researchers tested the venom on various breast cancer cell types in lab dishes and found that melittin acts like a precision-guided weapon. It punches holes in cancer cell membranes, causing the cells to die quickly. What’s even more promising is that melittin leaves healthy cells largely untouched, suggesting it could be used for treatments with fewer side effects than chemotherapy or radiation.

Melittin proved especially effective against triple-negative breast cancer and HER2-enriched breast cancer, two of the most difficult types to treat. This discovery opens new doors to developing safer, more targeted cancer therapies using natural compounds.

Scientists are now working to harness melittin’s cancer-fighting power in a controlled way, possibly through nanoparticles or synthetic versions that could be used in future medications. While more research is needed, this natural molecule from bees offers a powerful new weapon in the fight against cancer.

08/14/2025

You won’t want to miss this event.

THE MARKET is 2 days away, and we are THRILLED to partner with the Huguenot Beekeepers Association to celebrate NATIONAL HONEY BEE DAY! 🐝🍯🐝🍯

The Huguenot Beekeepers Association (HBA) will have a booth with fun for the whole family!

Come check out their Observation Hive and watch a colony of bees in action! You will also get a chance to try your best to identify the queen among the thousands of bees in the Observation Hive! Are you up for the challenge? The HBA will also have a ton of information about honey bees, beekeeping and the benefits of honey! 🐝

There are also three beekeepers that will be offering honey tastings and more information about their honey bees, honey and business! Be sure to stop by their booths!

🍯Manning Hill Ranch
🍯Evans Honey Company
🍯Millcreek Honey

You do not want to miss all of the Local Goodness, Community and HONEY SWEETNESS!

See you at THE MARKET!

Market Info:
Saturday, August 16th
9:00-2:00
@ Village Park

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08/05/2025

You won’t want to miss this event.

LIVE MUSIC anyone? 🎸🎵

We are so excited to announce that Bryan Holt and John Shenk will be JAMMIN out with us and the Huguenot Beekeepers Association at THE MARKET on Saturday, August 16th at Village Park to support our MISSION and to celebrate the honey bees for NATIONAL HONEY BEE DAY! 🌿🐝

🎶 Bryan Holt Music 9-:30 -11:30
🎶 John Shenk Music 11:45- 2:00

Bring your lawn chair and join us for a day of LOCAL GOODNESS, COMMUNITY and SOME HONEY SWEETNESS! 🌿🐝🍯

See you at THE MARKET!

07/17/2025

Just received my hand made to fit knife sheath from Blue Ridge Leatherwork VA. Absolutely love it and it fits perfectly and will hold the knife I made firmly.

06/03/2025

Come see me at the Goochland Farmers Market Tomorrow!

🎉 Come celebrate school being out, at the market tomorrow!

🍋 Whisked Elegance has your handmade and perfectly decorated cookies AND fresh squeezed lemonade!

🥩 Windy Hill Farm- Virginia has your pasture raised meat and eggs!

🪴 Field Station Farms has your landscaping plants for those summer projects!

Food Truck: Braise N Smoke & Rama's Cafe
Musician: Megan Luck Music

🗓️Tuesday, June 3rd
⏰ 4:00pm - 6:30pm
📍1889 Sandy Hook Rd, Goochland

🥕 See you at the market!

05/27/2025

Such a soothing process.