Experience
Our Story
Established with a passion for beekeeping and a commitment to sustainable practices.
Oakley Apiaries began in the late 1990s with just a few hives and a vision to provide quality beekeeping services to the Madera community. What started as a hobby quickly grew into a respected business as word spread about our expertise and dedication to honey bee health.
Over the years, we've expanded our services while maintaining our core values of sustainability, education, and excellence. Today, we're proud to be a trusted name in beekeeping throughout the region, providing comprehensive services for both hobbyists and commercial operations.
Our journey continues as we work to promote beekeeping practices that support both healthy honey bee populations and the local ecosystem.
Our Mission
To promote sustainable beekeeping practices while providing expert services and education that support healthy honey bee populations and community awareness.
We strive to be at the forefront of beekeeping innovation while honoring traditional techniques that have proven effective for generations. By combining these approaches, we aim to ensure the continued vitality of honey bees in our ecosystem.
Through our services and educational efforts, we hope to inspire others to appreciate the crucial role that honey bees play in our environment and to support conservation efforts that protect these essential pollinators.
Our Values
Sustainability
Implementing practices that support long-term bee health and environmental balance
Excellence
Delivering the highest quality services and continually improving our methods
Education
Sharing knowledge and promoting understanding of bees and beekeeping
Community
Building relationships and supporting local initiatives that benefit our environment
Meet Our Team
The experienced professionals behind Oakley Apiaries
Robert Oakley
Founder & Head Beekeeper
With over 25 years of experience, Robert brings extensive knowledge and passion to every aspect of beekeeping. His expertise in hive management and bee health has made him a respected figure in the beekeeping community.
Sarah Meadows
Educational Director
Sarah combines her background in education with her beekeeping knowledge to create engaging workshops and resources. She specializes in making beekeeping accessible to beginners and communities.
Michael Chen
Agricultural Specialist
Michael's expertise in agricultural science and pollination ecology makes him invaluable for our commercial pollination services. He works closely with farms to optimize crop yields through effective bee management.
Why Choose Us
Dedicated to excellence in every aspect of beekeeping services and education
Experience
Over 25 years of professional beekeeping expertise in diverse environments
Quality
Meticulous attention to detail in all services and educational programs
Community
Strong local relationships and ongoing support for client success
Sustainability
Eco-friendly practices that support bee health and environmental balance
Ready to work with our experienced team?
Contact us today to discuss your beekeeping needs and how we can help.