Philip has been a passionate beekeeper for 30 years and serves as our Master Beekeeper in Illinois. He cares for approximately 400 hives throughout Northern Illinois and provides essential pollination services for almonds, apples, and cranberries.

While Philip enjoys every aspect of beekeeping, producing honey is what he loves most. His dedication to his bees and to the beekeeping community extends beyond his own apiaries. He serves as President of the Stateline Beekeepers Association and Northern Director of the Illinois State Beekeepers Association, where he helps support and promote beekeeping throughout the region.