The Perronneau Family
130 years of history, five generations of passion for beekeeping
Honey has been part of the Perronneau family’s history since 1890. Over the generations, APIDIS has been built around a single guiding principle: preserving the tradition of beekeeping while developing a company capable of producing, packaging, and marketing select honeys, both in France and internationally.
1890
1st Generation
: The First Family Beehives
In 1890, Philippe Péchinot established a beekeeping operation with about 100 hives. This initiative marked the beginning of a family history that would play a lasting role in the company’s growth.
1920
2nd Generation
: The Beekeeping Operation
Around 1920, Gabriel Perronneau took over the business and oversaw its growth. The hive population gradually expanded, while the operation became more professional to meet new demands, eventually growing to a total of 1,500 hives.
1960
3rd Generation
: The Rise of Transhumance
In the 1960s, Gabriel and Madeleine Perronneau developed migratory beekeeping. The hives are moved as flowers bloom in order to harvest honeys with a variety of floral and regional origins.
1994
4th Generation
: The Company Takes Shape
In 1994, APIDIS was founded to organize the activities of production, selection, processing, and marketing. This milestone marked a significant development in the organization of the industry and established APIDIS as the leading producer of honey in France.
2015
5th Generation
: Innovation and International Reach
Under the overall leadership of Thomas Decombard-Perronneau, APIDIS continues to grow by focusing on quality, traceability, and the selection of honeys. The company is expanding its presence in France and internationally—in some 30 countries—while remaining true to its beekeeping heritage.
2018
A New Chapter
: Modernization and Growth
In 2018, APIDIS built its new honey processing facility in Dijon, in the heart of the Cap Nord area. Eco-designed to support the company’s growth, this new facility centralizes honey preparation and packaging and optimizes workflow.
Tomorrow
6th generation
: The transmission is handled by...
Under the leadership of Thomas Decombard-Perronneau, APIDIS is preparing for the future. Like his father before him, Timothé was introduced to beekeeping at a very young age, thus carrying on the family’s expertise and passion.
Our Purpose
The Four Pillars at the Heart
of APIDIS's Development
Quality Requirements
A constant commitment to quality, food safety, compliance, and product consistency.
Master's Degree in the Field
Honey production and selection, processing, and packaging: an integrated and structured approach.
Nomadic Beekeeping
Transhumance and the search for the best terroirs to yield a variety of floral notes.
Passed-down expertise
A culture of craftsmanship and precision passed down from generation to generation.
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It’s not blood that flows through our veins—it’s honey.
Thomas Decombard-Perronneau—5th generation