First Year

Swarms. The Bane of Beekeeping.

June 17, 2019

Yes, beekeeper, these are queen cells. Yes, beekeeper, it is a sign that they are probably going to swarm.Continue Reading

Into the Deep!

June 06, 2019

This is me 12 years ago looking at a new hive. See how white my suit was?Continue Reading

May 21, 2019

Are you feeding? Have you looked into your hives yet?
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May 16, 2019

Think of yourself as a banker. You've been asked to invest in a capital project.
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May 09, 2019

So the Royal baby is in the news this week. Big deal. RJ Honey has a bigger deal. The nucs are just about done.
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April 20, 2019

Jim sent us a question. Well, several questions. "Should I put in new frames, switch the deeps or both.... Or neither?"Continue Reading

April 07, 2019

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Finally, the bees are bringing in gobs of pollen.

March 24, 2019

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A beekeeper must be a good coroner.

March 21, 2019

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You want a hive strong going into winter and strong coming out.

March 14, 2019

This is the true first sign of spring.Continue Reading

March 05, 2019

Sometimes all I can do is groan.