Park Farm Cottage Bee Products

08/09/2026

Discover why buying beeswax wraps online makes sustainability simple. Park Farm Cottage handcrafts beeswax wraps using wax from our own East Sussex hives — breathable, washable and naturally antibacterial. Ordering online means you can choose from sets in different sizes and patterns, read honest feedback, and support small-scale makers who care for bees and the land.

We also share tips on caring for your wraps so they last: wash in cool water, air dry and keep away from heat. When a wrap needs refreshment, a gentle re-wax brings it back to life. Little actions like this cut plastic waste and make the kitchen greener.

Fancy making the switch? Read the full post and join our community of eco-conscious food lovers — one wrap at a time. 🌿🐝

When it comes to making eco-friendly choices in our daily lives, switching to beeswax wraps is a simple yet powerful step. These wraps are a fantastic alternative to plastic cling film and foil, helping us reduce waste while keeping our food fresh. But why should we buy beeswax wraps online instead....

04/09/2026

Interesting read! More worrying stories are going to appear soon.

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NEWS: EU suspends honey imports from Brazil

The imported honey story took another interesting turn this week as the EU suspended imports of honey from Brazil.

From 3 September, Brazil is no longer authorised to export honey — along with a number of other animal products — to the EU because it has not provided sufficient guarantees that it complies with new EU requirements on the use of antimicrobials.

This matters because Brazil is a significant honey exporter. In 2024, the EU imported around 2,627 tonnes of Brazilian honey, which enters the European market alongside honey imported from many other countries.

The timing of this decision is particularly interesting for consumers.

This is because of the new EU honey labelling regulations, which came into effect in June. According to the new legislation, the countries of origin of blended honey must now be shown on the jar, together with their percentage contribution. So a blend containing honey from countries such as China, Brazil, Mexico or Argentina is now much easier for consumers to identify.

The new import ban does not mean that Brazilian honey already sitting on supermarket shelves suddenly disappears. But from 3 September, consignments of Brazilian honey cannot enter the EU while Brazil remains unauthorised.

In a week when there has been so much discussion about where supermarket honey actually comes from, this is another reminder of why transparency matters so much in the food chain — whether it is about where our honey comes from or what is actually in it. As consumers, we have a right to know before we buy it.

As consumers, we can decide where we spend our money. If you want to know where your honey comes from, read the country-of-origin information on the jar. You can choose to support the big importers where there is not one drop of Irish honey in the jar. Or you can choose to support Irish bees and Irish beekeepers and buy guaranteed Irish honey from a local beekeeper.

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

When you only bought 2 jars with you 🙇‍♀️! #

01/09/2026

We’re gently winding down this late summer with simpler, lower-waste routines that still feel cozy and familiar. Park Farm Cottage Bees’ handmade, reusable products fit right into that calm reset - little swaps that keep comfort and cut waste. Tell us one small change you’re making this season, and let’s inspire each other to live more gently with nature 😊🌿🌞 Visit https://wix.to/uHKoxyq to see our collection.

31/08/2026

Our first batch of 2027 are now available online! Come and join us at Park Farm Cottage for a fabulous Bee Experience 🐝 3 hours of buzzing insight into a working hive, honey tasting and Tony’s awful jokes!

29/08/2026

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29/08/2026

New honey regulations now enforce companies to state where their honey has come from. At long last UK honey companies will no longer be able to label its UK honey! 🍯

27/08/2026

Our Beeswax Bread Bags really are unique! Made with wax from our bees. Keeping your bread fresh for so much longer, what’s not to love ❤️ From our hive to yours. Order now www.parkfarmcottage.co.uk