Our Story
We’re a family of beekeepers in northwest Florida, and everything you see here results from our love for what we do. Our farm is veteran-owned and family-operated, specializing in premium honey and handcrafted products. We’ve put our heart and soul into building something meaningful, and we honestly hope you experience the difference
in everything we make.
FROM MILITARY LIFE TO BEEKEEPING
Our story started with a dream. Elisabeth and I, Joseph, are both Army combat veterans and spent years frequently separated by training and deployment. Coming out of the Army, we wanted to create an opportunity where our family could be together and work toward a common goal. With that vision, we started Register Family Farm in 2013. The early days were tough—we were learning the ropes of beekeeping, bottling honey, making soaps and candles, and selling our products locally—but through all the challenges, we stuck together. Today, our farm is thriving, and we’re so grateful for where this journey has taken us.
DEDICATION IN EVERY HIVE
We’re not alone in our passion for this work. My brother Jeremiah has been with us since the beginning. He manages the apiary with incredible dedication. With around 1,500 colonies of honeybees, this is no small undertaking. His love for fruit trees and nature is what sparked my interest in honeybees. Jeremiah also served in the Army with multiple combat deployments. His work ethic and attention to detail are a big part of why our farm has been so successful.
BRINGING OUR BEST TO EVERY BOTTLE
Our sister Melissa joined us in 2017, and she is now our Chief Executive Officer. Melissa keeps things running smoothly on the business side. She brings so much experience from her 12 years in the Army’s Medical Service Corps, including deployment and company command. We couldn’t be more thankful to have her with us.
THE GLUE THAT BINDS
Our parents, Gerry and Shelley, are the loadstones that brought us all together. Dad has always been an entrepreneur, and his willingness to put his skills to good use here on the farm is what drew the other siblings home from all over the world. He does a lot of the woodwork building frames, boxes, and whatever else is needed. He has designed many of the systems we use to be more efficient around the farm, and if something breaks, he’ll get it back up and running. Mom, well, she’s the glue that holds everything together. She’s always behind the scenes, caring for everything from extracting honey to sewing bee suits and ensuring we’re ready to tackle the day.
BUILT BY FAMILY, MADE IN THE USA
Alex and Katherine, our sister and her husband are essential team members. Alex has become an irreplaceable asset in managing the honeybees with Jeremiah. His work ethic and determination ensure that the farm keeps buzzing. Both veterans joined the farm in 2018; we can’t imagine doing this without them. They’re raising their four kids on the farm, too, and it’s fantastic to see the next generation falling in love with this work.
My brother James and his wife Allene joined us in 2018 after James finished his service in the Army. Together, they’re a powerhouse, keeping our facilities running and raising their four children, growing up surrounded by bees like the rest of our kids.
Our Products, Our Pride
At Register Family Farm, family is our strength. Each jar of Wildflower and Tupelo honey, every beeswax candle, and every bar of soap reflects our passion. Thank you for supporting us and sharing a piece of our world with your own.