Dominican Beekeepers Continue to Dominate at the OECS Honey Show

Dominica’s beekeepers have once again dominated and proven their excellence on the

regional stage by winning an impressive 10 awards at the 2025 OECS Honey Show, the most by any individual county. The event was held in St. Kitts on October 2, 2025 as part of the Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA).

The Dominican contingent of beekeepers, all members of the National Beekeepers

Cooperative Society Ltd., outstanding achievement builds on last year’s success, when

Dominican beekeepers also swept the competition, firmly establishing the island as the

apiculture leader of the OECS.

Dominican beekeepers showcased excellence across multiple categories reflecting the

diversity and quality of their products. Awards were claimed in the following categories:

1st place awards

 Light Amber Honey - Nathaniel Lovell

 Chunk Honey - Nathaniel Lovell

 Beeswax Block - Terri Henry-Lovell

 Commercial Product -Terri Henry-Lovell

2nd place awards

 Medium Amber Honey - Nathaniel Lovell

 Photography - Keeyah Casimir

 Honey Cake - Erica Burnette-Biscombe

3rd place awards

 Beeswax Candles -Terri Henry-Lovell

 Commercial Product Honey - Terri Henry-Lovell

 Mead - Nathaniel Lovell

Dominica at the Forefront of Caribbean Beekeeping

The consistent success of Dominican beekeepers is a source of national pride and a testament to the hard work and innovation of local apiculturists. From the purity and flavor of Dominican honey to the creativity in value-added products such as candles, cakes, mead, and beeswax items, the island continues to raise the bar for quality and craftsmanship in the region.

The National Beekeepers Cooperative Society Ltd. highlights that these awards not only celebrate individual talent but also reflect the strength of Dominica’s beekeeping community, which has grown through training, cooperation, and a shared vision of excellence. Veteran winner and Vice President of the National Beekeepers Cooperative Society Ltd. stated that “winning again at the OECS Honey Show, proves that Dominican honey and products have a consistent high standard across the region, and I’m glad to represent Dominica and show our potential.”

The National Beekeepers Cooperative Society Ltd. extends congratulations to all the

awardees and reaffirms its commitment to strengthening the apiculture industry, promoting sustainability, and ensuring that Dominica’s honey and bee products remain recognized among the very best in the Caribbean and international markets.