Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Boernsen Bees
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This November 17, 2025 press release says U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, announced Boernsen Bees of Osceola County as the Small Business of the Week. It says Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa's 99 counties throughout the 119th Congress. The release says Marlene Boernsen founded Boernsen Bees in 2004 and sold raw honey at local farmers markets. It says the business now produces more than 18 products, including creamed honey in over 20 flavors.
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“Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Boernsen Bees.”
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Title: Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Boernsen Bees Date: 2025-11-17 Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Boernsen Bees November 17, 2025 Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Boernsen Bees of Osceola County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa’s 99 counties. “Since 2004, Boernsen Bees has kept their business buzzing, promoting environmental stewardship across the Midwest, and delivering un-bee-lievable honey products straight from the hive,” said Chair Ernst. “The Boernsen family’s commitment to community education and to producing healthy, natural goods reflects the best of the heartland’s small business spirit.” Marlene Boernsen founded Boernsen Bees in 2004 to provide her children with healthy, natural foods. In the beginning, Marlene sold raw honey in its purest form at local farmers markets, slowly expanding her small business. Today, Boernsen Bees produces more than 18 products, including creamed honey in over 20 flavors, honey lemonade, body lotions, lip balms, beeswax candles, and more. The business also provides bees and basic beekeeping supplies, supporting hobbyists and new beekeepers across the Midwest. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award. ### Permalink: https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2025/11/ernst-names-small-business-of-the-week-boernsen-bees
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