Resources for Beekeepers
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Summer Safety
June 2025
Essential strategies for keeping your apiary safe during BC’s volatile summer season—from wildfire and flood preparedness to protecting colony health.
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Swarm Control
March 2025
Natural instincts, warning signs, and smart interventions to stay ahead of swarms. Learn why colonies split, when swarming is likely, signals to watch for, and how to prevent it.
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Spring Management
February 2024
Guide your colonies through the critical stages of spring. This resource outlines key management practices to support growth, prevent losses, and set hives up for a productive season.
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Winter Bee Biology
December 2024
Explore how honey bees adapt for survival through the cold months — from longer-lived winter workers to the unique biology that keeps the colony warm and thriving until spring.
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Hygienic Testing
November 2024
How to: assess honey bee colonies for hygienic behavior—a key trait for disease resistance. This guide covers materials, safety protocols, and step-by-step instructions.
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Starting Beekeeping
June 2024
A beginner's guide to beekeeping in BC. Understand the basics of bee biology, equipment needed, and seasonal considerations to start your beekeeping journey.
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Bee Products
August 2024
Information on various bee products such as honey, beeswax, propolis, and apitoxin. Learn about their uses, harvesting methods, and benefits of each.
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Extracting Honey
July 2024
Best practices for harvesting honey from your hives. This tutorial covers timing, equipment for various sized operations, and methods to ensure quality and efficiency
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Native Bees in BC
June 2024
Information on native bee species in BC, their role in pollination, and how to support their populations alongside honey bee colonies.
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Pest Detection
May 2024
Identification of two common pests: the greater wax moth and small hive beetle. Understand their impact and control measures.
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Record Keeping
April 2024
Importance of maintaining detailed records for your apiary. Learn what to track and how it aids in colony management and decision-making.
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Best Practices
April 2023
Comprehensive guidelines for maintaining healthy and productive colonies. Topics covered: hive inspections, and pest management.
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Fall Checklist
August 2022
Essential tasks for beekeepers including colony assessment, disease control, and preparation for winter. Ensure your hives are ready for fall.
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Disease Resources
July 2022
Comprehensive resources for identifying and managing diseases and pests affecting honey bee colonies.
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Making a Nuc
June 2022
Video tutorial for creating nucleus colonies (nucs) to strengthen your apiary. Learn about timing, equipment, and best practices.
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Varroa Treaments
April 2022
Overview of effective treatments for managing Varroa mites. Includes chemical and non-chemical control methods.
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Testing Varroa
April 2022
How to: Monitor Varroa mite populations in your hives. Includes video tutorials for testing at any time of year.
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Introducing a Nuc
July 2022
video tutorial on introducing a nucleus colony (nuc) to your apiary. Learn the benefits and best practices for successful integration.
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