The native dark honeybee, Apis mellifera mellifera, once thrived across Britain - but decades of imports have blurred its genetic identity. Now, PhD researcher Victoria Buswell at the University of…
Dr Victoria G. Buswell is an ecological bioinformatician whose pioneering research explores the genomic identity of the dark European honey bee (Apis mellifera mellifera). Using high-performance computing and molecular data,…
If there’s a figure who embodies both deep experience and relentless commitment in the Irish beekeeping community, it’s Colm O’Neill. Over half a century in the apiary has shaped him…
Want to grow your bee colonies without breaking the bank? Discover how to create a powerful two-frame nuc using just one frame of brood and one frame of food. Our…
Moving bees can be daunting for beginners, but with the right steps it’s easy. This guide explains how to safely relocate colonies or nucs, including the 3 feet or 3…
Tensions are rising between hobbyist associations and commercial beekeepers as questions of fairness, pricing, and competition come to the surface. Are beekeeping associations unintentionally undercutting professionals - or simply supporting…
Raw honey is more than a buzzword - it’s honey as nature intended. Learn what “raw” really means, how it’s often misunderstood, and why knowing your beekeeper matters.
The shook swarm, or shakedown method, is a proven beekeeping technique for renewing comb, managing disease, and reducing varroa infestations. By moving bees onto fresh foundation and removing old comb,…
Apidea mating hives are lightweight polystyrene nucs designed for efficient queen rearing. Each unit contains moulded plastic frames with recesses for queen cells and an integrated feeder. Though compact, they…
For many people unfamiliar with beekeeping, the honey bee is often seen as a threat because of its sting. In reality, bees do not sting at every opportunity, and the…
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