APIX Pollen

More than a supplement - a true pollen replacement

Unlike pollen supplements that only partially support colony needs, APIX Pollen is a Pollen Replacing Feed. It delivers the precise, comprehensive nutrition bees require when natural pollen is insufficient or absent, sustaining brood production and colony activity for multiple generations.

Large-scale, multi-year research and field trials with professional beekeepers and independent researchers demonstrate APIX Pollen is a breakthrough in honey bee nutrition, effective at improving colony health and performance.

Science-proven results for stronger, more productive bee colonies

We don’t just make claims, we provide proof. Each benefit of APIX Pollen is backed by independent, peer-reviewed research and large-scale trials with commercial beekeepers. Our scientific contributions are proudly featured in and presented at leading publications and conferences worldwide.

Explore the scientific data that sets a new standard for honey bee nutrition.

The first demonstrated Pollen Replacing Feed: healthy hives without pollen

Studies demonstrate that APIX Pollen enables continuous brood development for over five generations without any access to natural pollen: the first Pollen Replacing Feed.

Peer-reviewed proof – Published in the prestigious scientific journal, Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Tested with zero access to pollen – colonies kept in research tents fed sugar syrup, water, and APIX Pollen or a leading pollen supplement (control)
Season-long productive colonies – APIX Pollen sustained continuous healthy brood for a full season, over 120 days, representing 5+ generations of bees.
3-5x more brood – than a leading commercial pollen substitute. Control colonies had less brood and even stopped brood rearing after 30-40 days.
Colony survival – APIX Pollen ensured colony survival in environment without natural pollen, while control colonies stopped brood & died out.

APIX Pollen reduced winter mortality by 50%: resilient winter bees

Fall feeding with APIX Pollen builds stronger, healthier colonies that are better prepared to survive the winter and thrive in the spring.

Commercial-scale trials – Data collected from hundreds of colonies managed by commercial beekeepers over two years across more than 10 locations.
Drastic loss reduction – Cut winter mortality by 47% to 63% compared to colonies fed a range of standard protein supplements.
Stronger spring colonies – Resulted in an average of 36% more frames of bees in early spring.
Pollination ready – Produced significantly more colonies that met or exceeded the 8-frame grade for almond pollination.
Industry vetted – Data collected by independent extension professionals and research presented at the American Honey Producers, American Beekeeping Federation, and California State Beekeepers conferences.

APIX Pollen built 2x stronger bee colonies in challenging pollination conditions

Feeding helps colonies overcome nutritional stress from pollen dearths and intensive pollination, resulting in significantly larger and more resilient colonies.

Published field research – Data from commercially managed colonies published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Real pollination conditions – Colonies managed by a commercial beekeeper through blueberry and sunflower pollination, with holding yards in between
Proven survival boost – APIX Pollen reduced colony mortality to just 8%, compared to 50% for unfed and 23% for traditional pollen sub control groups.
Double the colony growth – Grew colonies to twice the size of unfed colonies over the summer and 1.6 times the size of the pollen sub control group
Builds winter strength – APIX Pollen created colonies strong enough to likely overwinter (>8 frames), unlike other treatment groups (<6 frames).

APIX Pollen achieved 3x higher honey bee feed conversion efficiency

Consumption is only half the story. APIX Pollen’s superior nutritional composition means bees convert feed into biomass far more efficiently, maximizing brood production.

Superior efficiency – APIX Pollen produced 3 times more brood with the same amount of feed consumed.
Head-to-head test – Directly compared against a leading commercial pollen substitute in controlled tent studies with no outside forage.

Maximizes nutrition – Demonstrates superior digestibility and nutrient conversion into healthy bees and brood.
Reduces feed waste – Ensures every gram of feed contributes more effectively to colony growth and survival.
Controlled study – Research conducted in collaboration with Washington State University ensures data accuracy.

Benefits for your bees and your business

Well-nourished bees create larger, more resilient, and more productive colonies.

FOR YOUR HONEY BEE COLONIES

Sustained brood production, even without natural pollen
Increased resilience against nutritional stress
Improved overwintering survival rates
Healthier bees, with stronger immunity & intelligence

FOR YOUR OPERATION

Reduced winter mortality and colony collapse
More rentable colonies for pollination contracts
Higher pollination grades and performance
Larger, more productive colonies

Secure your colonies' future nutrition

Join our priority list to be among the first to secure APIX Pollen for your bees. Be the first to get contacted for exclusive updates, access to launch data, and ensure your place at the front of the line for the next revolution in bee nutrition.

APIX Biosciences’ approach to honey bee nutrition

APIX Pollen is the result of years of focussed collaboration by the world’s leading experts in honey bee nutrition, animal health, and agriculture. While others generalize, we specialize, dedicating our entire research program to solving the complex challenge of complete pollen replacing feeds.

Rooted in 25+ years of groundbreaking honey bee nutrition research.
The only feed with balanced nutrition – a patent-protected
Peer-reviewed large-scale field research supervised by independent investigators.
Formulated with premium ingredients in a dedicated, certified production facility.

How can we help you?

Frequently asked questions about APIX Pollen

How can I order APIX Pollen?

APIX Pollen will be available in 2026, but we are now taking requests from beekeepers.

Provide your information on our priority list to be among the first to secure APIX Pollen for your bees and our team will reach out to you to confirm your request.

When can I use APIX Pollen?

Whenever your colonies require additional pollen-like nutrition, for example:

In the fall period, when little is blooming and colonies need to prepare for overwintering, and early spring for colonies coming out of winter.
During summer dearths, when the temperature is too high and flowers are shriveled or no longer blooming.
In queen rearing operations, where nurse bees need all the nutrition they can get to raise new high-quality queens.
When pollinating open-field crops that provide insufficient nutritional value due to large monocultures or non-nutritious pollen.
When pollinating crops inside greenhouses or pollination tunnels, where foraging is limited.
When colonies cannot forage because of long periods of cold, rain, or presence of Asian hornets / yellow-legged hornets preying on foragers.

How much should I feed?

A single dose of (a patty) feeds brood producing colonies of 8 frames of bees for 10-14 days with little natural pollen. Scale up for larger colonies (e.g., 2 patties for 16 frames) or down depending on natural pollen availability & colony brood levels.

We recommend ensuring the colony always has sufficient pollen-like nutrition (natural pollen or APIX Pollen) and never run out: gaps cause brood cannibalization.

Better to provide slightly too much than too little. If bees consume everything, provide more. Leftover feed indicates sufficient natural pollen or colony problems requiring inspection.

Should I add anything to APIX Pollen?

Do not mix or add ingredients. Our formulation is precisely balanced for honeybee needs while avoiding contamination. We handle production from our certified specialized facility so you don’t have to.

Separately feed high-quality sugar syrup for nectar flows as per best-beekeeping practices.

Can I eat APIX Pollen?

No. It is a high-performance feed formulated for honey bees and is not for human consumption. Keep away from other pets or animals.