Swan Valley Honey

  When most people think of Jarrah honey , they imagine its rich, dark colour and smooth caramel-like taste. But beyond its delicious flavour, Jarrah honey from Perth and Western Australia tells a deeper story — one about biodiversity, sustainability, and the balance of nature . Unlike ordinary honey, Jarrah honey is produced from the nectar of Eucalyptus marginata , a tree species found only in Western Australia’s ancient forests. These trees are not just honey sources; they are essential habitats supporting countless native species — from tiny pollinators to rare marsupials. Why Jarrah Honey Is Different Jarrah honey is known globally for its exceptionally high antimicrobial activity , often compared to or exceeding that of Manuka honey. This is measured by its Total Activity (TA) rating , which indicates the honey’s natural ability to fight bacteria. But what makes Jarrah honey truly special isn’t just its healing power — it’s the way it’s made . Beekeepers in Perth and regio...

When you think of honeybees, you probably picture golden honey dripping from the comb — but there’s another incredible substance they produce that’s often overlooked: bee pollen . Packed with vitamins, minerals, proteins, and antioxidants, bee pollen is often called nature’s most complete food . But what exactly is it, and why do bees work so hard to collect it? Let’s explore the science, purpose, and benefits behind this fascinating gift from the hive.  What Is Bee Pollen? Bee pollen is a mix of flower pollen grains, nectar, enzymes, honey, wax, and bee secretions . As bees visit flowers to collect nectar, pollen from the stamens (the male part of the flower) sticks to the fine hairs on their bodies. The bees then moisten and pack this pollen into tiny granules, carrying it back to the hive in the pollen baskets located on their hind legs — those bright yellow or orange “puffs” you often see on a bee’s legs. Once in the hive, the pollen is stored in honeycomb cells, where it ...