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Little Defenders: The Fascinating World of Guard Bees
Honeybee hives are bustling metropolises, finely tuned systems where every bee plays a crucial role. Among these industrious insects, the...

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Mar 223 min read
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🐝 Got Bees? Need Bees? WE GOT BEES! 🐝
Planning to expand your hives this spring? We're taking a trip to Georgia in mid-March to pick up high-quality bee packages directly from...

MGeslock
Feb 281 min read
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Spring's Gentle Push: Preparing for Key Hive Management Tasks
In my last post, we talked about getting our hives ready for the start of spring. Now, as we get closer to the real burst of activity,...

MGeslock
Feb 252 min read
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Drift Off to Dreamland with Our New CBD & CBN Honey
Virginia Hemp Honey: CBN-CBD In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of genuine relaxation can feel like a distant dream. We're...

MGeslock
Feb 182 min read
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Virginia Hemp Honey FAQs: Answering Your Top Questions
With Local Virginia Honey Hi friends, The response to Virginia Hemp Honey has been amazing! I’m so grateful for your support and...

MGeslock
Jan 202 min read
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Virginia Hemp Honey: A Sweet New Chapter
Hello friends, It’s been a while since my last post, and I appreciate your patience. Life has been a whirlwind as I’ve poured my energy...

MGeslock
Jan 131 min read
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Catching Bee Swarms: A Vital Service for Central Virginia Communities
Are you experiencing the sudden appearance of buzzing clusters in your backyard or around your property? It could be a bee swarm—a...

MGeslock
Apr 21, 20241 min read
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Swarm Season is Happening Now!
Swarming is simply what bees do to survive and thrive. When a hive gets too crowded, a portion of the colony, along with the old queen,...

MGeslock
Apr 18, 20241 min read
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What happened to my new package of bees
I just put my new package of bees in and there is no queen! So, picture this: I'm all geared up, ready to follow up and a gang of bees...

MGeslock
Apr 11, 20242 min read
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Grafting on my truck
Oh boy! Sometimes we have to do things in less than ideal conditions. I had to graft in the bee yard the other day. This is not a how to...

MGeslock
Apr 3, 20241 min read
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What to do with you package bees when its cold out
When it's cold outside, handling package bees requires some special considerations to ensure their well-being. Here are some tips on what...

MGeslock
Mar 25, 20242 min read
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Orientation flights February 2024
Honey season is almost upon us as our bees are taking orientation flights. This is a great sign to show that bees are healthy and happy...

MGeslock
Mar 11, 20242 min read
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Mites don't kill bees..... ok... then what are these?
There is only one thing that a novice, adept, and master beekeeper have in common, mites. Mites can be disastrous to a hive and can kill...

MGeslock
Mar 1, 20242 min read
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Time to check hives....?
As the days lengthen and signs of spring emerge, beekeepers face the perennial question: Is it time to check the hives? In USDA Hardiness...

MGeslock
Feb 25, 20241 min read
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Forest Hill Woodworking Beekeeping Woodenware: Quality Supplies from Paradise, PA
For those familiar with Forest Hill Woodworking in Paradise, PA, you'll understand why I'm such a big fan. Ike and his family have been...

MGeslock
Feb 17, 20241 min read
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Cleaning Old Frames For Spring
It’s February, which means that it’s time to start turning the beekeeping wheel in preparation for the season. This week was spent...

MGeslock
Feb 13, 20242 min read
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Woodenware Preparation for Beekeeping Success
Preparing bee boxes, also known as woodenware, for winter is crucial to ensure the well-being and survival of honeybee colonies. Here's a...

MGeslock
Jan 25, 20241 min read
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Para-Moth is used to protect comb 12-2023
If you need to protect comb, Para-Moth is a great product. It is really easy to use. Para-Moth, short for paradichlorobenzene, is a...

MGeslock
Jan 3, 20242 min read
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Beehive Distribution Program in VA is Back
This FREE program is how I first got my start! The Beehive Distribution Program in Virginia is set to accept applications from August 28,...

MGeslock
Aug 17, 20231 min read
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How to identify wax moths in bee comb
Wax moths are insects that are known to be pests of beehives and their comb. These moths can cause damage to bee comb and stored...

MGeslock
Aug 14, 20231 min read
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