Become a Beekeeper in 2024!
Are you a “new-bee” in western North Carolina? Let us help you out! We know exactly what you need to prepare for your first hives, from education to supplies to the bees themselves!
Are you a “new-bee” in western North Carolina? Let us help you out! We know exactly what you need to prepare for your first hives, from education to supplies to the bees themselves!
We love all pollinators here at Honey & the Hive, not just our beloved honey bees! As autumn sets in and the leaves start changing, we ask you to consider the wild pollinators and "leave the leaves" that fall in your yard.
Here is our guide, tips, and tricks for installing package bees in their new hives - make sure your hives, syrup, and bee yard is ready before your packaged bees arrive!
Early spring can be a tricky time for beekeepers as they decide whether or not to support their hives with extra feeding. If you are establishing new colonies or if weather conditions are making it hard for your bees to forage, supplementing with sugar syrup can offer additional sustenance for your bees.
Once the weather settles into more warm days than not, the busy bee season springs into action! Make sure you’re ready for honey storage, swarm catching, and other early spring beekeeping tasks.