Generational Group Advises Gunter Honey, Inc. in its Sale to AG Pollen

By Generational Group

06/18/2025

Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Gunter Honey, Inc. to AG Pollen. The acquisition closed May 30, 2025.

Based in Towner, North Dakota, Gunter Honey, Inc. has been family-owned and operated since 1958. The Gunter family has continuously managed honeybees, producing over 700,000 pounds of honey in 2023. In addition to honey production, Gunter Honey is also active in bee sales and pollination services, managing nearly 10,000 active colonies. Each year, the bees overwinter in the Southern United States and travel to California in the spring to pollinate almonds before returning to North Dakota—one of the most productive honey-producing regions in North America.

Located in Towner, North Dakota, AG Pollen Apiaries is owned by Dylan Kelly, who has led the company since 2021. AG Pollen operates a substantial honeybee operation across North Dakota, the Southern United States, and California. With the acquisition of Gunter Honey, Inc., AG Pollen is positioned to become one of the largest honey producers and pollination service providers in North Dakota.

Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Western Region – Lori Galloway, and her team led by Generational Affiliate, Lee Kendall with the support of Vice President, M&A, Tony Brock successfully closed the deal. Senior Managing Director, Terry Stidham and Senior M&A Advisor, Bryce Gray established the initial relationship with Gunter Honey, Inc.

Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group, stated, “As the exclusive investment banker, this deal underscores our commitment to delivering value for all parties. We’re honored to have helped unite two companies with bright futures ahead.”