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Beekeeping tips for October

Beekeeping tips for October
Originally by Jim Orem and Ginger Davidson, edited by J. Morgan October is the month to prepare your bees for what Mother Nature has in store this upcoming winter. You might be wondering, what could cause the demise of my bees during the winter? Beyond diseases from mite infestation, it can be either starvation or moisture...…
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Beekeeping Tips for September

Beekeeping Tips for September
Submitted by J. Morgan September is a critical month for bees. Forage and weather will vary based on where you are. Remember, robbing is a threat while nectar is in demand. Reduce entrances and don't keep your hives open too long. Additionally, remember, every time you crack the hive open and pull frames apart, you…
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Beekeeping Tips for August

Beekeeping Tips for August
Original article by Jim Orem and Ginger Davidson, edited by J. Morgan School has started and summer is heading fast to a close. Yet, it can still be hot out and the last thing on our minds is a cold, snowy winter. However, now is the time to start thinking about getting your bees into…
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Jumpstart 2024 – 2nd Quarter Report from Lisa Lengerich

Jumpstart 2024 – 2nd Quarter Report from Lisa Lengerich
Over the last 3 months I have experienced and learned many new things. April 18th, I received the nucleus colony from my local bee club along with the hive parts. The following day my mentor, Don Burkart, assisted me in transferring the frames into the 1st deep. I was nervous at first to handle the…
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