Five sweet facts about honey you need to know

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Discover the sweet world of honey with these five fun facts about nature’s golden treat! From its eternal shelf life to the incredible journey bees take to make it, honey is more than just a delicious addition to your pantry. At SweetGrass Trading Company, you can shop our Ioway Bee Farm honey, honey sticks, and […]

Celebrate apple season with SweetGrass Trading Company

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As the days grow shorter and the trees burst with color, fall brings us the crisp, sweet flavor of apples — a perfect ingredient for comforting, seasonal recipes. This apple season, SweetGrass Trading Company invites you to celebrate with unique pairings of fresh apples and our carefully sourced Indigenous brands.   Whether it’s breakfast, dessert, or […]

Five essential products to embrace the Spring season

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Welcome to our guide to essential Spring products! From delectable snacks perfect for picnics and outdoor adventures to skincare essentials to combat dryness brought on by changing weather, we’ve curated a selection of products to enhance your Spring experience. Ioway Bee Farm Honey Honey is essential for its allergy-fighting properties and versatility. Its natural sweetness […]

Three Easter desserts celebrating Indigenous ingredients

As Easter approaches, why not infuse your holiday table with a delightful blend of tradition and innovation? Embrace the richness of Indigenous ingredients by incorporating them into your dessert offerings this season. From the sweet earthiness of maple syrup to the vibrant hues of wild berries, these three desserts showcase the diverse flavors and cultural […]

Honey sticks: more than just a sweet treat 

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Honey sticks are a great snack on-the-go and make a healthier alternative to processed candies. However, they can be used in a few other ways as well and are more than just a sweet treat to fulfill sugar cravings.   SweetGrass is proud to offer honey sticks from the Ioway Bee Farm in seven delicious flavors […]

Three ways to use honey in your beauty and skincare routine

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Most people know honey is great as a natural sweetener in your tea or drizzled on top of your frybread. But did you know you can use honey to get shinier hair and healthier skin? Shop our Ioway Bee Farm natural honey on our website and try some of these beauty hacks below.   Use honey as a face mask Raw honey boasts various […]

Bee pollen: What is it and how do I use it?

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Most of us know about the health benefits of raw, organic honey products. But what about bee pollen? What is it and how can it be used? Bee pollen is a mixture of flower pollen, nectar, enzymes, wax, honey and bee secretions. Honey bees collect pollen from wild plants and flowers and bring it back […]