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In this article I will go over some tips and tricks on how to maximise the efficacy of your varroa treatments in the Spring and Autumn months.Dropping your hives into a single brood box over winter ...
Varroa Managment (Post)I had the pleasure of attending the American Beekeepers’ Federation conference in January 2015, and one of the sessions was on varroa management.Usually, when we think of dealing with varroa, we i ...
Varroa Management (Post)Varroa ManagementI had the pleasure of attending the American Beekeepers’ Federation conference this January 2015, and one of the sessions was on varroa management.Usually when we think of dealing wi ...
Monthly Guide for Beekeeping in New Zealand (Post)Below is a rough guide to things beekeepers in New Zealand might want to think about or do for each month of the year. * Please note, the beekeeping season typically begins in August/September i ...
A Beekeepers Calanader, What to do for each month? (Post)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 ke ...
What to Look for When Checking your Hive. (Post)A lot of people don't know what to look for or what checklist they should be going through to make sure their hive is strong and healthy.This article will go over the best and easiest ways to check y ...
Advice For Beekeepers In September (Post)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 poin ...
Beekeeping in a Crazy World. (Post)Beekeeping in a Crazy WorldIt’s weird being the age of what I considered to be “old” people. But I now understand the idea of “life experience”. Just being around for a long time usually means yo ...
Swarm Basics (Post)If you have been a beekeeper for even a couple of seasons you will recognize swarming is a frequent topic discussed in the bee magazines. Much has been written about swarming. Despite all the inf ...
The Truth About Apistan (Post)There is a lot of misinformation, misunderstandings, and outright lies, circulating in the New Zealand beekeeping fraternity about the very excellent varroa control product, Apistan. I plan to set ...
Easy Steps For Capturing Your First Swarm (Post)Capturing a swarm of bees can be a challenging but rewarding task. Swarming bees are generally less defensive and more docile than established colonies, making them a valuable resource for beekeepers ...
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