The severe winters Short summers, and hilly or mountainous nature of the Northeast produce a variety of plants, but none which serves as a major source of nectar. However, alfalfa is becoming an important source of nectar in certain areas as new and better varieties are developed. Nectar from white clover, basswood, black locust, birds foot trefoil, various berries, and wild flowers contribute to producing a mixture of honey, much of which is sold locally to residents acquainted with the type produced, and some of the highest prices for honey are obtained here. Commercial beekeepers Operation of commercial bee keepers in the Northeast. Average honey production per colony is only 13.3 kg (29 lb), but occasionally locations where alfalfa is grown produce much higher averages….