In this episode we will answer some pressing spring questions as well as provide everyone with a couple of updates.

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In this episode I am going to run down a list of definitions and explain what things are so that those who are jumping into the bee game do not necessarily have to go back to the beginning for all of the basics.

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In this episode we have an interview with a special guest from the University of Texas, San Antonio. Today we discuss the medicinal uses and benefits of honey, the upcoming eclipse and it's impact to the bees, and more!

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In this episode we will discuss some of the challenges and considerations around late season feeding in preparation for overwintering your colonies. Also a few updates around our spring plans for bringing in and documenting a bunch of new package bees.

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This week I am going over a lot of miscellaneous info and trying to get everyone updated on a few odds and ends. I also have a brief visit from a special guest.

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In this episode we will discuss some of the more popular options for varroa treatments.

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After a bit of an unplanned break, I wanted to check in with everyone, share a few notes and ideas, and talk about some upcoming plans. Good to be back!

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In this episode we continue our interview with Master Beekeeper and Master Gardner, Charlotte Wiggins.

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Today we are chatting with Charlotte Wiggins, Master Beekeeper, and Chairperson of the Great Plains Master Beekeeper Program. Lots of great info and Q&A. Part 1 of 2.

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In this episode we are going to discuss some important considerations and aspects to feeding, as well as a few pros and cons. Also some bonus content at the end.

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In this episode we will discuss the most common species of bees that are kept in North America today, which ones are best for new beekeepers, and the pros and cons of them.

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As usual for the bee buzz, today we are answering your questions and talking about bottom boards, earwigs, frames, foundation, virgin queens, and burr comb. Enjoy!

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Should you use the entrance reducer set at 3/4" to 1", the 3" entrance, or should you remove it all together? What about upper entrances? What direction should they face? Should I use a mouse guard? This episodes is all about entrances, how big they should be, and when to do what with them.

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In this episode we'll discuss a typical year in the apiary and what I do to keep things running as a hobbyist.

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In this episode I am fielding a bunch of questions from the discord room and emails from listeners.

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In this episode we will discuss laying workers, how to recognize that you have them, and how to address it.

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This is just a quick discussion on how we can get bees to make use of available space. Sometimes they'll swarm, but yet you'll have unused frames to the left and right, as well as entire unused supers up above that haven't been touched. With these tips, hopefully we can get them to drawn up that comb and put that space to work.

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In this episode we will discuss ways to grow your apiary with two frame nucs. These smaller nucs serve multiple side benefits to your apiary, which we will also cover today.

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This bee buzz is just a quick check in with everyone who has recently discovered that one or more of their colonies did not make it through the winter. We also have a special guest dropping by to say hello.

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In this episode we will discuss the tools, equipment, and considerations when deciding to capture wild honeybee swarms.

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