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Posted by Bruce on 24th Jan 2022

Here, we discuss the various activities beekeepers can think about each month. This can help you plan out what you need in advance so you aren't left bewildered or stuck without vital equipment to keep your bees buzzing. This guide goes through each month looking at the different things to watch out for, or what you can expect, when inspecting your hive. We then discuss the tasks that can be carried out that month so you can better prepare. … Read more
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Posted by Thomas Clow, Brood Brothers Ltd, Commercial Beekeeper on 29th Aug 2019

Hello Everyone,There has been a lot of chatter among some beekeepers about splitting their hives. I think, as nicely as I can put it, that this is the wrong move at this time of year. At this point, you should be thinking about treatments. This will mean you will be splitting already treated hives as well as making your treatments more effective over a smaller number of bees. It will also keep treatment costs down. Why treat 40 split hives,… Read more
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