BeeHelp Blog

BEES DON’T NEED FENCES!And that’s just one advantage of using beekeeping for AG valuation instead of raising cattle on your 5-20 acre parcel. Or maybe you want cute little goats, like I did, until my … READ POST »

I’ve been successfully keeping and breeding a population of honey bees without any Varroa Destructor controls for over 20 years. Our bees have several traits that help them suppress Varroa mites, and … READ POST »

When should I requeen? This is a question we get all the time, and unfortunately, it is easier asked than answered…. But there are a few simple (or least simple to describe) assessments that … READ POST »

One of the most satisfying aspects of beekeeping is to watch a colony’s population explode and the hive fill up with honey. Bees on a honey flow are fascinating to watch, and if you’re lucky enough to … READ POST »

Greetings, fellow Texas beekeepers and friends,Some have tried to create a tempest over my testimony before the Senate Ag Committee. On March 11th, before heading to bee yards to stock mating nucs, I … READ POST »

Be cognizant that colonies of honey bees can consume huge quantities of honey once they begin brood rearing. This means you must be vigilant about checking for adequate honey reserves in early spring … READ POST »