The Bee Supply Monthly
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How to Combine Colonies for Better Winter Survival
Combining hives is a strategic method for improving the chances of survival for weaker colonies during winter. The process is relatively simple and involves merging a weak hive with a stronger one or combining two weak hives to form a single, stronger hive.Read now -
What a Hive Ready for Winter Should Look Like
Am I ready for Winter? Better yet - are my bees ready? You won't believe the brood in this hive! Blake takes you on a tour through a hive that is ready for winter!Read now -
What Is A Resource Colony—And Why Do I Need One?
Read nowA resource colony—a small 4–5 frame Nuc with a laying queen—is basically your backup plan in the bee yard. With losses common, it gives you bees, brood, and even a queen on hand so you’re not scrambling when something goes wrong.
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Strengthening Our Hives: Beekeepers Rising to the Challenge
Read nowA hot topic in the beekeeping industry—widely discussed on YouTube, social media, and other media outlets—is the massive bee losses commercial beekeepers are experiencing. It's being referred to as the "Bee Collapse." But is it really that bad? ...
