Beekeeping Buddies10 Jul 2024

Episode 9 - Honey Harvest, Flow Hives, Grafting Queens, Beekeeping Tours and More

Welcome to Episode 9 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area.

Around the Yard:

Harvesting Honey: We'll discuss the best practices for harvesting honey in Central Illinois, including timing and techniques to ensure a successful yield, and how much we've gotten so far.
Flow Hives: An exploration of the advantages and disadvantages of using Flow Hives in our region.
Grafting Queens: Tips and tricks for grafting queens, a crucial skill for managing and expanding your apiary.
Beekeeping Tours: Sharing our recent experiences and insights from our beekeeping tours.

In the News:

The Indoor Farmer Podcast: Luke recently guest-starred on The Indoor Farmer podcast, where he shared insights on urban beekeeping and his journey from engineering to beekeeping.
Michigan State VSH Queens: Exciting developments from Michigan State University's research on Varroa Sensitive Hygiene (VSH) queens, which could revolutionize mite resistance in hives.
UBeeO Test Kits: A look at the new UBeeO test kits designed to help beekeepers easily monitor hive health and detect issues early.

Honeybee Hotline:

Queenless Hives in July: We answer viewer questions on how to determine if a hive has gone queenless in July, including signs to look for and steps to take to address the issue.

Droning On:

Mite Checks: As we prepare for winter, we'll discuss the importance of mite checks and the methods we use to keep our hives healthy.
Winter Treatments: An overview of the treatments we recommend to ensure your bees are well-protected against the cold months ahead.
Feeding Hives: Strategies for feeding your hives to build up their strength and resources for the upcoming season.

Tune in to Episode 9 for all this and more as we delve into the world of beekeeping in Central Illinois, providing you with practical advice, the latest news, and answers to your burning questions.

Indoor Farmer Locals Channel - https://theindoorfarmer.locals.com/landing/video

Indoor Farmer Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Waylontheindoorfarmer/

Sustainable Beekeepers of Michigan - https://sbgmi.org/queenportal

UBeeO - https://opterabees.com/

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