Where the buzz never stops.
So the weather is warming up, and you can hardly wait to get in and see your bees again! What should you be looking for in the early spring, and what can you do to help them get ready for the busy summer season? Ideally, you want the temperatures to be at least 65 degrees…
As a beekeeper, you will see queen cups in your hive. It’s one common concern I see or hear about often, especially in the spring and summer months when the bees are very active. Many new beekeepers see queen cups and immediately worry that something is wrong. Some new beekeepers do not know what the…
Finding the queen bee can be a challenge! Here are some quick tips, and videos to help you practice your queen finding skills!
Your bees made it through the winter. Congratulations! It’s a rewarding and exciting time for beekeepers! One question that I keep hearing once spring time approaches: Can I split my beehives now? Can I do it now? How about now? When can I split my bees?!? Sunshine, warmer weather, and bee activity may make you…
Deadouts are a part of beekeeping. This is how you can inspect a deadout to learn why your honey bees died, and how to clean it out and reuse it for a new bee colony.