Certified Honey Producer Program (CHPP)

Certification and membership program for honey producers in North Carolina, designed to promote local honey and distinguish certified producers from non-certified sources.

Geographic Scope: North Carolina

Program Benefits:

• Official NCSBA certification
• Certificate of membership
• "Discover the Goodness" license plate
• Listing on interactive online honey producers map
• Sample stickers for honey jars
• Ability to order additional stickers

Membership Details:

• Cost: $25 for two-year membership
• Renewal: $25 for two-year renewal
• Requirements: Membership requirements documented in application form on NCSBA website
• Eligibility: NCSBA members who produce honey in North Carolina

Key Features:

• Only CHPP members can use certified stickers
• Only CHPP members appear on official honey producers map
• Addresses consumer concern about honey authenticity and quality
• Provides assurance to customers of real local honey from trusted certified beekeeper

Leadership:

• 2020 Chair: Ed Speer
• Past Chair: Kenny Jones

Application Process

How to Apply:

1. Download application form from NCSBA website
2. Review membership requirements
3. Submit application with $25 fee

What's Included in Membership Fee:

• Certificate of membership
• "Discover the Goodness" license plate
• Location pin on interactive online map
• Sample stickers for honey jars

Ongoing Requirements:

• Meet NCSBA membership requirements
• Produce honey in North Carolina
• Order additional stickers as needed (beyond initial sample)