From Engineer to Beekeeper | Jackson News

From civil engineer to beekeeper, Mauricka McKenzie turned a casual hobby into a thriving honey business in rural Mississippi. Starting with just two hives, he battled mites, learned from fellow beekeepers, and discovered the art of coaxing wild swarms with lemongrass oil. Amid the buzz, he found profound peace in the bees’ hive mentality—cooperation as the key to survival. His spring honey, born from wildflowers and clover, offers a light, pure sweetness that’s become his signature. For McKenzie, the rhythm of the hives and the golden reward of honey are more than a business—they’re a sanctuary, proving that the most unexpected paths often lead to the sweetest discoveries. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cbae2d871d48ba8f