Sustainability focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. The concept of sustainability is composed of three pillars: economic, environmental, and social—also known informally as profits, planet, and people.
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Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honey bees. Beeswax is edible, having similar negligible toxicity to plant waxes, and is approved for food use in most countries. The wax is formed into scales by eight wax-producing glands in the abdominal segments of worker bees, which discard it in or around the hive. Chemically, beeswax consists mainly of esters of fatty acids and various long-chain alcohols.
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From hive to beekeeper, our family to yours. The new Te Kapu Apiaries brand is made up of our new logo, the different honey variety logos and colourways, our new sustainable packaging and the personality of three generations of beekeepers that represent the longevity and history of the Te Kapu name.
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Biodiversity is the key indicator of the health of an ecosystem. Healthy ecosystems clean our water, purify our air, maintain our soil, regulate the climate, recycle nutrients and provide us with food.
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Around the world there is growing concern about the health of bees. The humble bee is threatened by disease, mites, pesticide use and habitat degradation. Here in New Zealand however, we have more honeybees than ever before. However, making sure these bees are fed by having plenty of flowers around is a big job!
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Our new site has been developed with you in mind, and as a result, you’ll find an easy to use website with clear navigation, search facilities, and an efficient checkout process.
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