Our forefathers arrived on the Chile at Port Chalmers in 1862. Alfred Henry Rawson (1890-1968) was gifted 45 hives as a wedding present. In those times 100 hives returned 10 to 12 ton of honey compared with 2.5 to 3 ton today.

North Otago’s climate and its clovers and nodding thistle all contribute to production of some of the best honey in New Zealand. The district produces a good white honey with a favourable texture.

Beekeeping has been our story and the product under the label Whitestone Honey Ltd has been a journey of over 100 years. With our forefathers introducing some species of bees into New Zealand, bringing with them a wealth of knowledge that has been passed on through the generations.

Maintaining and growing the numbers of beehives locally within the region and transporting the hives throughout New Zealand.

Environmental sustainability-through pollination increases productivity for horticulture and farming. Our product can be traced from the pasture to the plate.

Our passion is bees and preserving and maintaining the environment for both the bees and future generations.