Podcasts about Beekeeping

In this week's Podcast: Happy Father's Day, and, I have a question for you, and it's one not just for the Dad's out there. Have any of your colonies become hopelessly queen less this season, more than in previous years? We've had quite a number of nucs that have now become hopelessly queen less. Luckily, I'm queen rearing!Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 401 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

What can beekeepers learn from Australia, Nepal, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Georgia, and Thailand? This week Jeff Ott and Dr. Becky Masterman welcome Dr. Robert Owen, beekeeper, educator, researcher, author, and international consultant, for a wide-ranging conversation about honey bees, beginning beekeeping, queen breeding, honey bee genetics, disease management, and global beekeeping practices. Robert shares the remarkable story of purchasing his first colony in Australia, building a successful beekeeping supply company, earning a PhD in honey bee genetics, and writing several influential beekeeping books. The discussion explores his newest publication, Beekeeping Success: Start Right, Grow Strong Colonies and Harvest More Honey, which was designed as a practical field guide organized around the questions beekeepers most frequently ask. Listeners will also hear Robert's perspective on Varroa management in Australia, emerging concerns surrounding Tropilaelaps mites, international bee health programs, integrated pest management, queen isolation techniques, and the importance of collaboration among beekeepers worldwide. From migratory pollination in Australia to beekeeping development projects in Africa and Asia, this conversation offers a fascinating global perspective on honey bee management and the future of beekeeping. Websites from the episode and others we recommend: Robert Owen's Book on Amazon: Beekeeping Success: Start Right, Grow Strong Colonies, Harvest More Honey Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org Project Apis m. (PAm): https://www.projectapism.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com   Copyright © 2026 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  As a beekeeper, you want products that benefit you and your bees. When you choose Premier Bee Products, you choose hive components that are healthier for bees and more productive for you. Because we believe that in beekeeping, details make all the difference. Premier Bee Products: Better for bees. Better for beekeepers. Use promo code PODCAST for 10% off your next online order. Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com HiveIQ is revolutionizing the way beekeepers manage their colonies with innovative, insulated hive systems designed for maximum colony health and efficiency. Their hives maintain stable temperatures year-round, reduce stress on the bees, and are built to last using durable, lightweight materials. Whether you're managing two hives or two hundred, HiveIQ's smart design helps your bees thrive while saving you time and effort. Learn more at HiveIQ.com. We'd like to thank Vita Bee Health for supporting the podcast. Vita provides proven tools for controlling Varroa—from Apistan and Apiguard to the new VarroxSan extended-release oxalic acid strips—helping beekeepers keep stronger, healthier colonies. Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Bolero de la Fontero  by Rimsky Music; Perfect Sky by Graceful Movement; I'm Not Running Away This Time by Max Brodie; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC ** As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a commission from qualifying purchases Copyright © 2026 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

In this week's Podcast: Episode four hundred, who would have thought it. And we celebrate by being chased away from the apiaries by some very heavy rain showers. It's all going to change though as we head into some warmer weather and with it the start of the Summer nectar flow.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 400 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

On this week's episode of the Who Are You? Podcast we sit down with Zach Goldwich from Gold Star Adjusters. We get into how he became a Public Adjuster at 18, what a Public Adjuster is, where he got the idea to start Bee keeping at his home, him and his family buying a big piece of land to start their own family compound, he tells us the plan for his future wedding and so much more!For more on Zach check out the links belowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zach5g/ Gold Star Adjusters: https://goldstaradjusters.com/ Balls and Banter podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uj7eNLZLHQIoDUzlazu8A?si=d4d67abe8c7e456aGolden witches salon: https://www.facebook.com/people/Golden-Witches-salon/61567661280730/# Make sure to turn on your notifications so you don't miss an episode, please share the episode, leave a like, a review and a 5-star rating. All those things help the podcast be seen by more people!For all questions, business inquires or are interested in being on the show please reach out to: ⁠whoareyoupod@yahoo.com⁠ For all updates and information about the podcast:Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/whoareyoupod/?hl=enFacebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@who.are.you.podcaYouTube: ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@whoareyoupodAll other audio links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Whoareyoupod⁠#whoareyoupodcast #jacksonville

In this week's Podcast: We're well on our way towards the Summer solstice, now that we're in the month of June and colonies in all apiaries are building well. Nucleus colonies have surprised me over at the fishing lakes, but I've also found a number of colonies that are on a brood break, could this be as a result of the June Gap?Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 399 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Changes arrive to wages, superannuation, food labelling, and fuel charges with the start of a new financial year, bee industry representatives meet at an emergency roundtable to discuss managing varroa mite, and SA's duck season closes on schedule amid advice to monitor birds for potential signs of bird flu.

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis discuss beekeeping advisory services and beekeeping in Sweden with Lotta Kristiansen, PhD Student Researcher at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com for additional resources from today's episode. 

In this week's Podcast: Lots of beekeeping happening this week, the weather has cooled, just a little, and I've been asked some questions about my preferred method of queen rearing and asked my views on Summertime moving of bees.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 398 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

In this week's Podcast: It's all change, the colder weather of just a week ago has suddenly shifted into a weekend heatwave and that could put beekeepers at risk. Time to be sensible and avoid opening up our bee hives during those very hot periods in the day.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 397 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Concerns for farmland and water as AI data centres proposed for rural SA, Farina Station is the state's far north sells at auction for $2.75million amid strong interest, and Australian research continues to find new non-chemical methods to control varroa mite.

University of Idaho Extension Boise program training veterans to farm.

Fuel and fertiliser concerns push SA farmer confidence into negative territory despite a better season rainfall-wise, research into an alternative to shearing to remove sheep fleece enters a new phase, and beekeepers gather at the SA Apiarists Association Conference to hear challenges & opportunities in varroa treatment.

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis discuss the ins and outs of podcast creation with Jeff Ott and Dr. Becky Masterman, co-hosts of Beekeeping Today. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com for additional resources from today's episode. 

Fresh off the release of "Bumblebee Season," author Eileen Garvin returns to the Northwest Passages stage after her initial 2024 visit. Conducting the interview once again is The Spokesman-Review's "Off the Grid" columnist Ammi Midstokke, were the two talk about the novel and it's significance at the historic Bing Crosby Theater on April 29, 2026.

This year's project is to see if I can be sustainable with just 3 hives. I have one swarm that moved in, as well as two nucs. Here's the story and the challenges. Will this work?

In this week's Podcast: The cooler weather has definitely caused our colonies to slow down the wax production, that's had a knock on effect in getting foundation drawn as comb, and the downturn in temperature has also meant grumpy bees!Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 396 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Tim Huffman of the Midnight Sun Beekeeping Club joins host Ken Hoffman on this episode of Ag Matters to discuss beekeeping in Alaska. Photo Credit: Midnight Sun Beekeeping Club

In this week's Podcast: Wouldn't you just know it, on the one day I really needed to carry out some inspections, it's rained. It was cold, and it just kept raining all morning, the result, next day, yep, swarming!Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 395 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis are joined by Christopher Rosario, State Entomologist, Division Chief of Biosecurity, and State Apiary Inspector for the Guam Department of Agriculture, to discuss beekeeping in Guam. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com for additional resources from today's episode. 

Freeform review of current beekeeping activities, 2nd half 2026 plans, Cell Starter, Transporting Bees, Queenlessness Recovery

In this week's Podcast: The weather has been typically Spring like, warmer days, but with chilly nights. The double brood method has worked well in managing Spring growth and the Spring Honey Crop is growing nicely.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 394 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Jim Tew welcomes his grandson, Will Laditka, back to Honey Bee Obscura for a candid conversation about the realities of learning beekeeping as a young beginner. Will reflects on losing his first colonies, the emotional impact of what initially appeared to be American Foulbrood, and how those difficult experiences ultimately strengthened his understanding of honey bee management. Jim and Will discuss the importance of learning through setbacks, the challenge of managing Varroa, and why resilience is one of the most important qualities for new beekeepers. The discussion also explores how beekeeping intersects with education and communication. Will shares how he recently used beekeeping as the subject of a college speech presentation, explaining basic hive equipment, bee communication, pheromones, and colony behavior to classmates unfamiliar with bees. The conversation highlights how honey bees can engage audiences far outside traditional beekeeping circles. Jim and Will also compare beginner beekeeping experiences across generations. Jim reflects on the simplicity and affordability of starting beekeeping decades ago, while Will explains how modern equipment costs and management expectations can make entering the hobby more difficult for younger beekeepers today. Together, they discuss how beekeeping has evolved while still maintaining the same lessons of patience, observation, and continual learning. This episode offers thoughtful perspective for beginning beekeepers, especially younger listeners navigating the steep learning curve of modern honey bee management. ______________________ Thanks to Betterbee for sponsoring today's episode. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com We'd like to thank Vita Bee Health for supporting the podcast. Vita provides proven tools for controlling Varroa—from Apistan and Apiguard to the new VarroxSan extended-release oxalic acid strips—helping beekeepers keep stronger, healthier colonies. ______________________ Honey Bee Obscura is brought to you by Growing Planet Media, LLC, the home of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Music: Heart & Soul by Gyom, All We Know by Midway Music; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; original guitar music by Jeffrey Ott Cartoons by: John Martin (Beezwax Comics) Copyright © 2026 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

Bees at the entrance matt, Bettercomb Status, Mehylation, TF Ad manager needed, Certan for Waxmoth, Dutch Clover, Local Hive Report, Closing Comments

Adam Martin is a natural, sustainable beekeeper based in Middle Tennessee, specializing in treatment-free, chemical-free beekeeping using wild, locally adapted bees. In this episode, Adam breaks down why most honey on store shelves — even the stuff labeled raw, organic, and local — is little more than glorified sugar water, how Big Ag has quietly corrupted the beekeeping industry from the ground up, and why returning to the way bees were always meant to live might be the simplest and most powerful upgrade you can make to your family's health. 00:00 Becoming a Beekeeper in Tennessee 05:40 What's the best food for bees? 11:30 Not all Honey is the Same 17:20 Commercial vs Backyard Success Rate  21:20 Methods of Beekeeping & How Adam Teaches It 30:30 How to Trap & Catch Feral Bees 39:00 Being Good Stewards of the Land 44:00 The Danger of Varroa Mites  45:30 Honeybees are Not Native to the U.S. 48:30 Can Bees Sense Fear? 51:50 The Return to Nature 56:20 Does Better Honey Mean Better Health? 01:00:30 The Reward of Hard Work 01:09:40 Mind-Blowing Queen Bee Facts 01:13:10 Learn More About Beekeeping

In this week's Podcast: It's been yet another swarmy week with another two collected from my own apiaries. We have a nectar flow at the farm, and I'm using that to draw out more frames of foundation.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 393 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis are joined by Dr. David Peck, Director of Research and Education at Betterbee, to discuss invasive species and their impact on honey bees and beekeeping. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com for additional resources from today's episode. 

The most surprising leadership insights may not be found where you'd expect… In this episode, Céline sits down with Philip Atkinson, an organizational coach and beekeeper who has spent his career helping leaders around the world become better humans with better skills. Philip is also the author of Bee Wise: 12 Leadership Lessons from a Busy Beehive, a beautifully written book structured across the four seasons, blending the science of bees with the very human challenges of leading an organization. Philip and Céline explore why leadership is still so often rooted in command-and-control thinking – a model built for industrial-era machines, not the living, breathing organizations of today. They dig into what it really means to lead without having all the answers, why "busy" has become a dangerous badge of honor, and how slowing down to sense your environment (the way a beekeeper reads a hive before lifting the lid) can change the quality of every conversation and decision you make. They also get into the often-broken world of feedback: why so many leaders give it wrong, why the simple question "is now a good time?" is a game-changer, and how the bees' famous waggle dance is actually a masterclass in clear, consistent, repeated communication inside a noisy system.  If you're navigating constant change, holding your team together, and trying to lead well without pretending you have all the answers, this conversation is for you. Philip's message is simple and grounding: everyone deserves to be led well, and being a good leader starts with being a good human. Bee Wise is available wherever you purchase books, with all proceeds going to Bees for Development, a charity supporting families in developing countries through sustainable beekeeping businesses. Learn more at beewisebook.com. Connect with Philip on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/philipatkinsonhivelogic.

It is peak bee season and busy bees mean busy beekeepers. Oliver chats to Chris Hodges, from VeesBees, co-founder of the Loughshore Apiary in beautiful Co Down. Back from the Brink starts this Sunday, May 17th on RTÉ One at 6.30pm.

Swarm Prevention, swarm 1, swarm 2, swarm 3, swarm 4, Local Hive Report, Dee Lusby, Closing Comments, Live Swarm Capture Audio

In this week's Podcast: We're off and running and in April, that means very changeable weather, intermittent showers, and some chilly inspections days. I had this just yesterday and although the bees behaved themselves, they certainly let you know you're not welcome. Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 391 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

In this week's Podcast: My plans for a gentle stroll into Spring were thrown off track this week when I received a call telling one of my colonies had swarmed. It was just the 2nd of April, too late for an April Fool's joke, and so my season begins! Listen in for the full story and my surprise at feeling my first, new season sting!Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 390 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

(Proudly celebrating 80yrs of exemplary community radio!) Well WKXL and NH Unscripted have dutifully turned our clocks forward and turning the clocks forward tells me that it's time to talk again with Jamie Jobin and Heather Moynihan from the Capitol Area Beekeepers Association. Beekeepers around the state are eager about getting to look at their bee boxes to see how they've faired over the winter. Bears, parasites, colony collapse and a whole host of other tasks all come under the umbrella of topics that are addressed! 

Welcome to Episode 215 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we sit down with a central Iowa farm family that's been producing honey for more than 40 years. We also discuss another ag topic that's creating plenty of buzz in recent years: regenerative agriculture. Resources mentioned in this episode Learn more about Spring Valley Honey Farms. View Iowa Farm Bureau's webinar on beekeeping, featuring Iowa's State Apiarist, Andrew Joseph.

In this week's Podcast: Well the week of warmer weather has suddenly turned cold and with it, a halt to my early inspections. We're always busy though and with that in mind, I've been back to the workshop catching up on Spring preparations.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 389 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom is all abuzz about honey bees and thinks you should "bee" too. These pollinators help California farmers feed the world with cherries, melons, almonds and more. But bee colonies are dying at nearly unprecedented rates and the reasons why remain unclear. Join Assemblymember Ransom for a buzzworthy visit to a hive, hear from a local farmer who is a big fan of pollinators, and learn all about her ideas she's working on to Save the Honey Bees.

Ultradeck Bottom Boards, Bawden Assay, Supersedures, Taxing items in your beekeeping, Zabrus Cappings Wax, Local Hive Report, Closing Comments

In this week's Podcast: First inspections, such an exciting moment in the season. An opportunity to have a quick look, at how our colonies have coped with the long winter months. This is just what I did during the week and it was a mixed bag as ever!Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 388 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis are joined by Patti Sherlock, author of The Nectar Collector, to discuss the inspiration and challenges behind her book. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com for additional resources from today's episode. 

In this week's Podcast: Early inspections are just around the corner and with it, an opportunity to see how our colonies have fared over the Winter months. If you do take a look, do you know what you're looking for? Listen in to hear what I think you should be checking out.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 387 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Nucleus Colonies For SaleBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Did you know that American Idol alum and Shine.FM artist Danny Gokey and his wife Leyicet have a garden? And bees? And chickens? The Gokeys join Megan for the most fun conversation about their experiences doing these things at home and how some of these activities are currently making and going to make a community difference through their nonprofit and other ministry connections as well...like the vision of a farm-to-table restaurant!

In this week's Podcast: As we head into Spring beekeepers will, no doubt,  be contemplating various techniques to use on their hives to maximise the seasons honey crop. Techniques such as the Shook Swarm and Bailey Comb Change are useful ways of replacing comb and reducing pests and disease loading in your hive.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 385 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Thorne Beehives Bailey BoardSome of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Janet Michael talks with Megan Craggs of Carter Hall Farm and Christa Nahhas of La Grange Family Farm to share everything you need to know about the inaugural Lost Arts Festival — a celebration of heritage crafts, hands-on skills, and community connection in the Shenandoah Valley. Event Details Date: April 12th Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: La Grange Family Farm, 5498 Valley Pike, Stephens City, VA (next to Capon Valley Bank) Tickets: $9.31 online | $10 at the door Capacity: 200 people at a time — purchase tickets in advance recommended Proceeds benefit: NW Works (supports individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment) Scheduled Demonstrations Sheep dog herding demo – 11:00 AM Sheep shearing demo – 11:00 AM Fiber arts: spinning, knitting, and weaving Barn quilt making Tin type photography  Canning demo Stone carving Stained glass & soldering (Liberty Hills Farm) Soap making Baking from scratch Grain grinding  Fairy house door making Foraging talk Lavender sachet making with kids Book binding Vintage photography Entertainment & Food Live Music: Hancock's Civil War String Band performing in the barn Food Vendors: Shaffer's Barbecue & Market Franklin Smokin' Barnyard Billy Sous of Clem's Kitchen (Middletown, VA) Bee'z Lemonade Vault and Cellar (mocktails) Shopping: Vintage vendors inside the historic McCloud House on the property Parking Bottom field open for parking with attendants on site Additional parking at the neighboring church Street parking available Drop-off accommodation available for those with mobility needs Guests & Links Megan Craggs – Carter Hall Farm Website: CarterHallFarm.net Farm Stand: Sundays 12–4 PM | 310 Carter's Lane, Stephens City, VA Instagram & Facebook: @CarterHallFarm Christa Nahhas – La Grange Family Farm Website: lagrangefamilyfarm.com Market open 7 days a week (honor system) Instagram & Facebook: @LaGrangeFamilyFarm Lost Arts Festival Instagram: @LostArtsFest Facebook: Lost Arts Festival Tickets available on Eventbrite Black Valley Creative (event organizer & marketing) Instagram & Facebook: @BlackValleyCreative Also Mentioned Stephens City Farmer's Market – Opening April 25th, 10 AM–3 PM at Newtown Commons (Earth Day & Arbor Day celebration) Middletown Farmer's Market – Grand opening Mother's Day, May 10th, 11 AM–3 PM

Parasite Host Relationships- Dr David Peck, Placing Swarm Traps – You don't really need a ladder, What's Blooming in your direct neighborhood – using AI, Don't feed Pollen Subs in Spring, Honey BBQ Recipe, Mites and Viruses, Local Hive Report, Closing Comments

In this week's Podcast: The Demaree method, honestly, I've always failed with it, on the other hand, my version using a split board is so much more effective and reliable. An important consideration for me when our seasons can be so short.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 385 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Some of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

In this week's Podcast: It won't be long before the early March Sunshine arrives and many beekeepers will start to stress a little, or maybe a lot, over their colonies swarming. The Artificial Swarm is an excellent method of managing this busy time of the season and, actually, it's a really simple process that sometimes confuses. Hopefully today, I can take the mystery out of the technique for you.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 384 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Some of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Jon Herold launches America First Stories by sitting down with Mo Benson of Benson Honey Farms, one of Badlands' earliest supporters, to share the real story behind her family business and her fight to survive a life-threatening medical crisis. Mo walks through the brutal health battle that nearly took her life, how it reshaped her perspective, and the strength it took to come back while raising five young children and rebuilding their operation. The conversation dives deep into the world of commercial beekeeping, from starting with 90 hives to scaling into thousands, the realities of pollination across the country, and the hands-on process of producing raw honey. Mo explains the economics behind the industry, the challenges facing American beekeepers, and how foreign honey impacts local producers. Beyond business, Mo shares her journey into grassroots politics, detailing how local involvement can create real change from the ground up. From county-level organizing to working alongside elected officials, she breaks down how everyday people can step into leadership and influence the direction of their communities. This episode blends resilience, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement into a powerful introduction to the stories behind the people who support Badlands. Visit Benson Honey Farms: https://badlandsmedia.tv/honey

Varroa mites are the most destructive parasite affecting honey bee colonies worldwide. In this Bee Science Short, Dr. Dewey Caron explains how Varroa destructor reproduces, spreads within colonies, and why understanding the mite's biology is essential for modern beekeeping. Female Varroa mites enter brood cells shortly before they are capped and reproduce alongside the developing bee. Inside the sealed cell, mites feed on the developing bee and produce offspring that emerge with the young adult bee. Because the mite's reproductive cycle is closely tied to brood production, populations can increase rapidly during the active season. Beyond direct feeding damage, Varroa mites also spread viruses that weaken colonies and shorten the lifespan of worker bees. Dewey explains why unchecked mite populations can quickly overwhelm a colony if they are not monitored and managed. For beekeepers, the key is awareness. Regular monitoring allows beekeepers to track mite levels and respond before populations reach damaging levels. Understanding the biology of Varroa helps beekeepers make informed decisions about management strategies and colony health. This episode is part of the Bee Science with Dewey series, where Dr. Caron shares practical explanations of honey bee biology to help beekeepers better understand what is happening inside their colonies. Links and references mentioned in this episode: Lundin, Ola. Et. al. 2021. Integrated pest and pollinator management – expanding the concept. Frontiers Ecol & Environ. https://doi.org/10.1002/fee.2325 Caron, Dewey and review committee. Tools for Varroa Management. Honey Bee Health Coalition https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org/resources/varroa-management/  (you want to get the 9th edition (available soon) Bruckner, Selina, et.al. 2025. Let's not sugar coat it: the powdered sugar shake is Published online: https://doi.org/10.1080/00218839.2025.2550855 Caron, D.M. and L. J. Connor. 2025. Honey bee Biology and Beekeeping. Wicwas Press.  ______________ Brought to you by Betterbee – your partners in better beekeeping.   Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Bolero de la Fontero  by Rimsky Music; Perfect Sky by Graceful Movement; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC ** As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a commission from qualifying purchases Copyright © 2026 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

Record Keeping with AI, Tracking Flight Paths of Bees, Sweeping Gadget for Honey Harvesting, Local Hive Report, Closing Comments

In this week's Podcast: I talked about Nosema last week, and it got me thinking about the things I do to give my honeybees the very best opportunity at the start of the new season to produce a lovely crop of honey in the Summer. Let's kick off with a more detailed look at the Spring Clean.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 383 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Some of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive The Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteEthyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.Support the show

Midwest Expo Impression, David Burns Introducing Queens, Rance Bennett overwintering, James Lee-Northern Queen Initiative, BCBA Webinar, Local Hive Report, Closing Comments