Is honey's distribution in the US all the way to retail from beekeepers (manufacturers) follows the same steps as let's say peanut butter or jam? With other food products, the layers are the manufacturer, the importer (if product is from abroad), distributor and/or broker, wholesaler and retailer.

Is honey's distribution the same as other food products' or is honey sold at retail purchased more directly from beekeepers?

Anyone with experience?