Episode 14 - Rainless in September, Fall Honey Stocks, To Insulate or Not, Starter Hive Setup, New Treatments and more!

Welcome to Episode 14 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area.

Around the Yard:

• More Unusual Weather: A dry hot September. What do we do, anything we should not be doing? 
• Fall Honey Stock: How do our hives look for winter? How are our flow hives doing? Is there anything we can do right now?
• To Insulate or Not to Insulate: Steve and Luke share what we do, and what we have seen in our hives.
• Starting Hive Setup: We share what we would use for a hive setup for a new beekeeper.

In the News:

• New voarra treatments: Great news in the beekeeping world as new treatments are being developed.

Honeybee Hotline:

• Taking Losses Now: What do I do with my weak hives?

Droning On:

• New Beekeeper Preparation: New beekeeper preparation.

Tune in to Episode 14 for all this and more as we delve into the world of beekeeping in Central Illinois, providing you with practical advice, the latest news, and answers to your buzzing questions.

 

Heart of Illinois Beekeeping Club: https://hoibees.org/

Formic Pro: https://nodglobal.com/formic-pro/

VarroxSan: https://www.dadant.com/catalog/varroxsan-60-pack?srsltid=AfmBOooTSfAsRCfkifSXTaadHyqugCQbyf6jUD1F3JED6VhLQ1F0p3mk

Terra Vera: https://terravera.com/resources#bee-colony-health