Where the buzz never stops.
I know I cover how to install a nuc in Nuc Colony vs Package Bees, but I think this process is so important that it’s worth covering in more detail. Every year, I see so many people wonder why their recently installed nuc already swarmed. A nuc is a small, established nucleus colony of bees.…
Bearding Behavior in Bees: Don’t Panic, This is NOT a Swarm! Temperature and Humidity It’s a hot day. It’s humid. It’s hot AND humid outside, so what do you think it’s like INSIDE the hive? It’s hot! So what are honey bees to do? They hang out on the outside of the hive. You will…
Finding the queen bee can be a challenge! Here are some quick tips, and videos to help you practice your queen finding skills!
Beehive entrance reducers can be a very helpful tool for beekeepers. Here is how and when to use them.
Nucs, packages, installation. It sounded like another language to me when my husband, the original honey bee obsessed member of our family, wanted to begin beekeeping. Should we start with a “nuc” (nucleus) colony or package bees? Does it matter? The nuc colony is the best option for buying bees. New beekeepers, especially, should begin…
How hard is beekeeping? What you should know to help you decide whether or not beekeeping is a good hobby for you.