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Discover the top 5 winter tests to assess the health of your bees and ensure their well-being during the colder months.Read now
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April Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in April to ensure a successful season. Learn how to care for your bees and maximize honey production.Read now -
August Beekeeping Tips
In this video, we discuss:
-Maintaining bees through the summer
-August management
-Finding queens
-Requeening
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June Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in June to ensure a successful season. Learn how to maintain hives, manage pests, and maximize honey production.Read now -
July Beekeeping Tips
July Beekeeping Tips
Harvesting Honey
Post Harvest Hive Care
Treating Varroa
Robbing & More!
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January Monthly Tips
January is all about managing bees for the upcoming spring!
Join us as we discuss monthly tips for managing bees as they emerge from winter!
-January Beekeeping Tips
-January Hive Inspections
-Reversing Boxes
-Feeding
-Early Spring Preparations
-Q&A and More!
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When is it too Cold to Check My Hive?
Many beekeepers are very concerned about the cold when it comes time to check their hives in the winter months. However, following a few simple principles, it won’t hurt your hive at all! I always encourage beekeepers to check their hives at least 1 time per month during the winter. Here are some parameters around when to inspect:Read now -
5 Tips to Keep Your Bees Alive This Winter
Read now1. Make sure each hive has at least 30 pounds of surplus honey stored in the second box. Your bees will need at least 30 pounds of stores to survive the winter. As temperatures drop, bees dramatically slow down the rate at...
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February Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in February to ensure a successful season. Learn how to care for your bees and maximize honey production.Read now -
March Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in March to ensure a successful season. Learn how to care for your bees and maximize honey production.Read now -
May Beekeeping Tips
Read now1. As the honey flow begins in most of the state, your hive should be reaching its peak population. Check your hive weekly to ensure they have enough room. In some areas, bees can bring in up to 10lbs of...
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September Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in September to ensure a successful season. Learn how to maintain hives, harvest honey, and protect your bees.Read now -
October Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in October to ensure a successful season. Learn how to prepare your hives and protect your bees during this crucial time.Read now -
November Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in November to ensure a successful season. Learn how to prepare your hives and protect your bees during the colder months.Read now -
December Beekeeping Tips
Get expert tips for beekeeping in December to ensure the health and productivity of your hive. Don't miss out on essential advice for this crucial time of year.Read now -
Feeding Pollen Patties in the Summer-Video
Learn how to properly feed pollen patties to your bees during the summer months with this informative video. Improve hive health and productivity.Read now -
Drawing Comb in the Summer Months-Video
Learn how to properly use a drawing comb during the summer months with this helpful instructional video. Achieve the perfect hairstyle every time.Read now -
2020 March Beekeeping Tips
Read now1. Continue monitoring food stores and practicing the February feeding tips. Work to maintain a 20lb surplus, and feed pollen substitute during cold weeks. To review our article on February beekeeping tips, click here. 2. You should see the population of your hive beginning...