Daylight—not temperature—helps guide the colony toward spring. After the solstice, the queen gradually resumes brood, workers begin eating more, and the cluster becomes a bit more active. Keep an eye on food, protect any early brood from cold, and be ready for gentle early buildup—spring is quietly on its way.
As temperatures drop and bees form tight winter clusters, their ability to access food becomes limited. Learn how to assess hive stores, and the best feeding methods to keep colonies strong until spring.
When 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.
