Mar 25, 2026 · This quote is eye-opening: “Since these viruses are known to be vectored by the parasitic mite Varroa destructor, mites from collapsed colonies were in turn screened for resistance …

Jun 20, 2017 · Kelley Beekeeping has a 2 frame plastic extractor on sale for $49. Is it worth carrying home?

Mar 8, 2021 · I'd heard of using Brawny Dine-a-Max towels was extremely effective at trapping hive beetles. I'd also heard a cheaper route was the Swifer sheets. I tried the Swifer sheets this past fall, …

Apr 11, 2008 · I have seen some bumblebees hanging around the front of my hives. They appear to be trying to get in but are being repelled by the guards. Is this normal - anyone else seen this. Should I …

Nov 19, 2024 · I have read on google about spacing for how far or close together u should place your hives. and have not gotten a very clear answer on how far apart to space my hives. I’m going to b …

Aug 31, 2021 · Its my first year, I’ve had my proper amount of freaking out over things that were normal. So I really hope this is just one of those cases. I check my hive every two weeks. Ive seen what I …

Mar 2, 2013 · Does anybody know if Apivar is temperature sensitive ? I want to treat my hive's when I bring them home from the almonds but it will still be to cold for thymol or formic acid. Any other ideas …

Sep 18, 2006 · Anybody out there have/use/have used one? Send me a private message if so, I'd like to discuss it a bit.

Jun 20, 2010 · I may be over thinking things, but I was wondering what a good ground cover would be under the hives. Right now I have the hives on a bench extended inside a trellised arbor over bare …

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 …