Preparing for swarm season and preventing hives from swarming is crucial for beekeepers from March through July. Here are some ways to prevent your hives from swarming. Note that your colony may still swarm even if you do all these things. If the ladies want to swarm, they’re gunna swarm. If you’re interested in catching […]
Colorado likes to trick us with a 1st fall followed by a 1st winter, then a 2nd fall, and maybe a false spring. These weather changes can be hard on bees ready to binge on honey and chill through the real spring. All this can add tasks to the Front Range beekeeper’s to-do list. Here […]
Forget the dog days of summer, for beekeepers, July and August are the golden days of summer. The work we do this time of year helps set up colonies for success in the fall. Beekeepers in Colorado should perform several tasks during the months of July and August to ensure the health and well-being of […]
As the summer sun begins to shine its brightest, June brings an exciting and bustling time for both bees and beekeepers alike. This month is a critical period for hives, with the swarm season in full swing and honey production starting to hit its stride. For Colorado beekeepers, June is the time to be vigilant, […]
