Beekeepers Blog

Winter Hive Preparations You have to be kidding me—winter? I haven’t even come to terms with summer yet!

What causes a drone-laying hive? One of two things could be happening. Read this comprehensive blog to find out how to help your hive. 

Every hive inspection holds more than meets the eye. While the basics—brood, eggs, stores, space, and health—are essential, the real lessons often come from what we overlook. When a hive suddenly fails after “looking fine” just weeks before, something was missed. Learning to look beyond the obvious and view each inspection as part of a bigger picture can reveal early warning signs and help prevent future problems—often hiding in plain sight.

September can bring cooler weather and some moisture. Here are some beekeeping tips to consider for September.

Dr. Jamie Ellis's shares insights on sustaining and growing bee colonies during Florida's summer. Learn effective strategies on pollen and carbohydrate supplementation to overcome seasonal challenges.

Watch the heartbreaking Texas Bee Supply video about a struggling hive that faces an uncertain future.