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Concern?

by | Dec 24, 2016 | Blog

The winter so far has been VERY mild (and wet!). This is not good for the bees; it also seems to be playing havoc with the plants and trees. A good cold spell is really needed!

Wasp Queens

by | Nov 24, 2016 | Blog

Checking fondant today around my apiaries I found over half a dozen wasp queen hibernating inside the roofs of hives! Needless to say they were all dealt with, crafty little beggars!!

Familiar Smell

by | Oct 13, 2016 | Blog

There was a distinct aroma emanating from my hives today which leads me to believe that the Ivy is coming into flower. A late source for the bees