Feb 16, 2024 · Just put out my traps for this spring in Texas. It's been really warm so I'm expecting a n early swarm season.

Feb 24, 2023 · What are your arguments against deep horizontal hives? I know a local who said "because it's stupid and no one does it that way," but I'm hoping to hear something a bit more …

Aug 28, 2020 · If you have experience please comment on the BeeVital liquid formic and oxalic acid varroa medication named VarroMed. I'm particularly interested in how and when and why you use it …

Oct 11, 2008 · In the true fashion of "you'll get as many answers as people who respond," I will add that all my covers have the notch down, year round. This is both for ventilation and a secondary entrance …

Dec 17, 2012 · The recipe from Kelly any others? PEANUT HONEY BRITTLE 1 cup peanuts l/2 cup honey 1 tsp salt Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan and cook over moderate heat. Stir …

May 3, 2010 · We're putting up a fence for an inground pool and want to plant the inside/poolside base with perrenials that will either not interest bees, or actually repell them. I've done a search on the …

Apr 12, 2018 · I've decided to create a new printable PDF form for hive inspections out in the yard. It also allows you to enter data directly into the PDF and then save the file so you can keep neatly …

May 4, 2025 · When swapping hive position in order to equalize, how far apart do the hives need to be? I ask because I swapped the hives at either end of a 5 foot stand, and the much bigger hive seems to …

Jun 13, 2007 · I know there are not too many Washington beekeepers on this forum but for those of you who are located in Washington state . . . how is the honey flow shaping up for you guys? It seems …

Nov 30, 2005 · We are starting 3-5 Honey Bee hives next spring, however we are already raising Guinea Hens as they are great at controlling snake and insect populations. Book on raising Guineas states …