ZincSmart™ essential minerals for colonies nutrition.
A feed supplement providing zinc and vitamin C to support the nutritional needs of the colony, particularly during brood-rearing periods. Formulated to complement natural pollen intake when foraging is limited.
Backed by 40+ years of expertise in zinc nutrition and bee health.
What you can expect…
Research shows that targeted zinc supplementation promotes measurable development of the hypopharyngeal gland in nursing bees — the gland responsible for royal jelly production — and positively influences royal jelly protein composition (Prado Ribeiro et al. 2023; Camilli et al. 2021)
Increase in royal jelly
ZincSmart™ includes naturally acidic components that are expected to shift the feed toward a lower pH — reinforcing conditions that are unfavorable to Nosema, consistent with the buffering approach used across our InvertasePlus™ system.
Balanced pH for stronger immunity
Adequate nutrition is associated with lower physiological stress markers in bees (Jovanovic et al. 2025) — supporting overall colony resilience during periods of nutritional scarcity.
Calmer, lesser stressed hives
Well-fed colonies grow faster and stay healthier, leading to more honey, stronger brood, and better pollination results.
Larger, more productive colonies
🧪 ZincSmart™ additive
Stronger bees start here: ZincSmart™ nutrition
Our feed additive is designed to go beyond basic sugar supplements. By combining essential micronutrients with zinc-based innovation, we give bees the strength to thrive in today’s challenging environment.
Why it works:
Boosts royal jelly: healthier queens, stronger colonies.
Strengthen immunity: better resistance to diseases and parasites.
Reduces hives stress: calmer, more productive bees.
Increase efficiency: more honey, stronger brood, better pollination.
How it’s used:
Mix with sugar and water; 10 gram of ZincSmart™ per 1 kg sugar. Feed year-round or in times of stress, low forage, or winter prep. Bees consume it readily, making colonies stronger and more resilient.
One pack enriches up to 50 kg of feed.
100% natural ingredients · Pesticide-free · Made in the EU
Product Information
Composition:
Selected minerals, natural carriers, yeast, vitamin C, and zinc.
Nutritional additives:
Vitamin C
Zinc
Use: Feed additive for honey bees only. Not for human consumption
“ Beekeeping as it is today leaves bees weak and vulnerable to Varroa Destructor, viruses, and parasites. We must change how we feed and support them. With zinc-smart nutrition, I’ve seen stronger queens, calmer hives, and more resilient colonies; it’s a real step forward for the future of beekeeping.”
Giuliano Stracci
Partner beekeeper & opinion leader
Guiliano’s YouTube channel: @ApiStracci
For a stronger, healthier colony
Proper nutrition supports bees at every level of their lifecycle, from larva to queen. Here’s how zinc-smart nutrition strengthens colony health.
Adequate nutrition helps larvae develop into robust worker bees, building a stronger, more efficient hive workforce.
Population growth
A healthier, less stressed queen lays more eggs, lives longer, and supports the overall stability of the colony.
Queen development
Honey production
Well-fed colonies produce and store more honey, securing energy for survival and growth.
Active, nourished bees visit more flowers and transfer more pollen, boosting crop yields and biodiversity.
Pollination efficiency
Zinc-smart nutrition strengthens bees’ immune systems, reducing vulnerability to parasites and pathogens.
Disease resistance
Winter survival
Strong colonies are better equipped to endure harsh winter months.
Read more on the role of Zinc in bees here.
Regulatory & Safety Information
Compliant with Regulation (EC) No. 1831/2003 on feed additives.
For honey bees only. Not for human consumption.
Store in a cool, dry place. Shelf life: 24 months.
Made in the EU with certified ingredients.