Meet Our Mission

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Our Dedication

At August Castle Apiary, we care for our bees with dedication and respect, producing pure, local honey and sharing the joy of beekeeping with our community.

Our Community

Our vision is to inspire the local community through education about bees, lead in research on sustainable pest management, and provide products that reflect our care for creation.

Our Products

We are a proud authorized distributor of Mann Lake beekeeping products, trusted by beekeepers for their proven quality. We offer dependable equipment and supplies to help support healthy, productive hives.

Our Services

We provide professional beekeeping services built on quality, care, and proven hive management practices. From new hive installations to ongoing maintenance and swarm relocations, every service is performed with the health and success of the bees in mind.

Meet The Staff

Our dedicated staff are the heart of August Castle Apiary. They working tirelessly to support our bees and our mission. Our staff are passionate educators and community coordinators. Together, they ensure that our hives thrive, our honey remains pure, and our vision of sustainable beekeeping continues to grow.

CEO & Founder Of August Castle Apiary

Jackson Horning

Jackson holds a B.S. in Biological Sciences and brings a strong background in scientific research to his work. His leadership blends a passion for sustainable beekeeping with a commitment to education and innovative pest management strategies

Co-Founder And Chief Science Officer

Morgan Horning, PhD

Morgan (Roth) Horning earned her Ph.D. in Entomology from Virginia Tech, where she researched Small Hive Beetles, following her master’s work on Varroa mite management. She has published her findings in peer-reviewed journals and continues to advance sustainable beekeeping through education, research, and integrated pest management strategies. As founder and CSO of August Castle Apiary, she combines scientific expertise with a passion for pollinator health and community education.