First Lady Melania Trump announced the expansion of the White House honey program by adding a newly installed, fully functional beehive on the South Lawn. Hand-crafted by a local artisan in the image of the White House, the beautiful new hive will add two new bee colonies to the two existing colonies that already produce the signature White House honey.
The White House beekeeping program has been a longstanding tradition since 2009, with the first hive installed during the Obama administration. The program has seen significant growth, with the addition of the new beehive on the South Lawn. This hive is not only a source of honey but also plays a crucial role in pollinating the nearby Kitchen Garden and supporting the National Mall’s vegetation. The bees in the White House hives contribute to the overall ecological balance and food production on the grounds.