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How the USDA Helps Cover Bee Losses for Virginia Beekeepers
If you’re a beekeeper, you already know that losses happen. Whether it’s due to harsh winters, pesticide exposure, or unexpected colony collapse, losing bees isn’t just frustrating; it’s also expensive. That's where the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP) comes in. What Is ELAP? The USDA Farm Service Agency Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP) is designed to help producers recover


New Update for Gees Bees
Welcome to the newly revamped Gees Bees website! The new design offers easier navigation, clearer product pages, and improved information on our raw local honey, queen sales, and swarm removal services. You’ll also find dedicated pages for our CBD-infused honey, along with new educational blog posts focused on hive life and beekeeping in Virginia. Explore our fresh look and see how Gees Bees continues to grow.


We’ve Got Bee Packages for Sale - Spring 2026
Planning to expand your hives this spring? We’re taking a trip to Georgia in mid-March 2026 to pick up high-quality bee packages directly from the source. By eliminating the middleman, we’re passing the savings on to you. Here’s the breakdown for 2026: 1–2 packages: $135 each 3–5 packages: $125 each 6+ packages: $120 each To secure your packages, prepayment is required. We prefer PayPal (Friends & Family) to avoid processing fees, and we also accept cash. Pickup in Spotsylvan
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