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There are 3 common outcomes when you don’t treat/intervene, in any way, for varroa mites.Read now -
Bee Yard Shuffle
Read nowEqualizing Hives Across the Bee Yard Bee Yard Shuffle – Sounds like a dance, doesn’t it?In reality, I guess it kind of is! For those of you new to beekeeping, I have some wonderful news: you can take components from...
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Honey Crystallization
Read nowPamela and husband Steve, own and operate Barton Creek Honey in Barton Creek & Bastrop, TX. Pamela is a Univ. of Georgia trained honey judge and has managed the Texas Beekeepers Assn. Honey Show. She is a Master Beekeeper...
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Winter Preparation - In September!
Read nowBy: Chari Elam September? You’ve got to be kidding me! We’ve gone from Spring to Fall (well almost) – just like that! September implies cool mornings, sipping hot coffee on the porch, enjoying the change in the seasons…NOT! It is...
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Post Extraction Robbing
Read nowHow to: Identify Stop it What to do after Prevention By: Chari Elam Honey is in the air! Literally when honey supers are pulled, the air is filled with the wonderful aroma of honey, beckoning other hives to take advantage...
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How To Get Your Bees To Draw Comb
Read nowNew foundation can slow hive expansion, but strategic feeding can help bees draw comb faster. These methods can also help jumpstart new colonies and support more efficient honey production for next year.