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Buyer Beware | Part 1
In this Buyer Beware article, Part I, the focus is on potential questions to ask the seller prior to purchasing your bees.
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The Dog Kennel Hive | Capel Hive Rescue | Part 2
This is the second installment to our Capel Hive Rescue. Join us as we delve into what an abandoned hive looks like on the inside.
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All About Swarms
A swarm is one of nature's amazing spectacles. But what are they and why do bees do it? More importantly, what should you do if you see one?
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Capel Hive Rescue | Part 1
We received a request for the removal of 7 abandoned beehives. Dave and I stepped up to the plate.
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How Honey is Judged in WA
What makes a GOLD AWARD winning honey? You'll be surprised!! Read on to find out. I attended a ‘How Honey is Judged’ workshop a few years...
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Is That a Laying Worker I See?
For those of you who enjoyed reading the New Queen with Capped Queen Cells article… well, here’s another anomaly for you. Dave and I were...
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Emily's First Swarm
Today was an exciting day for Emily. I had received a call for a swarm collection. It was the school holidays. And Emily was hanging off...
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What Type of Hive Should I Get
Choosing the right hardware can be daunting and confusing if you are not familiar with what is out there. And there are so many choices....
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There’s a New Queen and Capped Queen Cells in my Hive
I came across an interesting observation the other day. I knew I had some supercedure cells in one of my hives during the previous...
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Not All Bee Suits are Bee Proof!
I had an excruciatingly funny-not-funny episode in the field today. Funny for me. Not funny for the other beekeeper I was with.
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