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October 2023 TBS Monthly Magazine
Discover the latest news and updates in the October 2023 issue of Texas Bee Supply Monthly Magazine. Stay informed with The Bee Supply.Read now -
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How to Tell When Your Hive Is Being Robbed in Late Fall or Winter and What to Do About It
Read nowWhen temperatures drop and nectar dries up, some colonies turn on their neighbors. If one hive is buzzing louder and flying more frantically than the rest, it’s not extra healthy—it’s likely under attack. Learn how to recognize robbing behavior, what to do if it happens, and how to prevent it next time.
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What's the Buzz About Yellow Legged Hornets?
Read nowJust when beekeepers on the West Coast were starting to breathe a sigh of relief, in August 2023 the murder hornet’s smaller cousin, the yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina), was found in Savannah, Georgia. This is of great concern for the beekeeping industry because, like the northern giant hornet, yellow-legged hornets (YLH) can decimate honey bee colonies. It is also concerning because we know that, based on France’s experience when YLHs were discovered there in 2004, once this invasive species gets established, it can spread fast.
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Beehive Management and the Caste System of Honey Bees
Effective beehive management starts with a deep understanding of the complex roles within a honey bee colony. At the heart of this intricate structure is the honey bee caste system, which organizes bees into three primary roles: the queen, workers, and drones. Each caste plays a specialized role that is crucial for the survival, productivity, and health of the hive.Read now
