preparing for the honey flow

Preparing for the Honey Flow: Maximising Springtime Productivity

The Honey Flow Starts Before the Flowers Do For serious beekeepers, spring is not simply the time when bees become more active. It is the beginning of one of the most important production periods of the year. The weeks leading up to…
beehive inspection

Spring Inspections: What to Look for in Your Hives

A Season of Opportunity Spring in Australia brings new life, warmer weather, and a fresh burst of activity in the apiary. After the quieter winter months, colonies begin to expand rapidly, foraging increases, and the queen ramps up her…
Winter survival

Fall Feeding: Preparing Your Bees for Winter Survival

Autumn is coming - are you prepared for colder weather? As temperatures drop and flowers fade, honeybee colonies across Australia and other temperate regions prepare for the long, resource-scarce months of winter. For beekeepers, autumn…
Autumn Feeding Strategies

Autumn Feeding Strategies: Choosing the Right Supplements

Planning for the colder months ahead Bees begin preparing for the colder months ahead as the days grow shorter and temperatures drop. A strong, well-fed colony is more likely to survive winter and emerge healthy in spring. But nectar…