Episode 91 - Bees in the News (11): Swarms, Shortages, and Surprises 📰🐝

07/17/24 • 10 min

This week on Bees in the News, we’re covering stories ranging from a tragic bee attack to honeybees disrupting airport operations and more. Tune in for an engaging mix of news from across North America!

What’s Inside This Episode:

Arizona Tragedy: A golf course worker dies after being attacked by a swarm of bees. Read more
Runway Takeover (Canada): Runaway honeybees cause delays at a Northern Alberta airport. Read more
Bee Box Honey’s Success: The rise of Bee Box Honey and their growing operation of over 300 hives. Read more
Pollination Shortages: Honeybee shortages challenge wild blueberry growers in New Brunswick. Read more
Softball Sponsorship (North Dakota): The Minot Honeybees softball team receives a boost from a Meg-A-Latte sponsorship. Read more

Why Listen to This Episode?

From inspiring success stories to challenging shortages and surprising events, this episode provides a well-rounded look at the diverse world of bees and their impact on our lives.

Join the Conversation:

Have questions, insights, or stories to share? Connect with the Beekeeping for Newbees community:

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About the Podcast:

Beekeeping for Newbees is your ultimate guide to starting and thriving in the world of beekeeping. Packed with practical advice and personal stories, this podcast is here to help you make the most of your beekeeping journey.

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What’s Inside This Episode:

Arizona Tragedy: A golf course worker dies after being attacked by a swarm of bees. Read more
Runway Takeover (Canada): Runaway honeybees cause delays at a Northern Alberta airport. Read more
Bee Box Honey’s Success: The rise of Bee Box Honey and their growing operation of over 300 hives. Read more
Pollination Shortages: Honeybee shortages challenge wild blueberry growers in New Brunswick. Read more
Softball Sponsorship (North Dakota): The Minot Honeybees softball team receives a boost from a Meg-A-Latte sponsorship. Read more

Why Listen to This Episode?

From inspiring success stories to challenging shortages and surprising events, this episode provides a well-rounded look at the diverse world of bees and their impact on our lives.

Join the Conversation:

Have questions, insights, or stories to share? Connect with the Beekeeping for Newbees community:

🌐 Visit our website: https://BeekeepingForNewbees.com
💬 Join the Discord community: https://discord.gg/XzkqFKrjMJ
☕ Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/beekeepingfornewbees

About the Podcast:

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/beekeeping-for-newbees/donations
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Episode 90 - The Bee Buzz (21): Listener Questions and Updates 🐝💬

In this Bee Buzz episode, we’re back to answering emails and messages from our Discord community. Don’t forget—you can also watch this episode on YouTube for an enhanced experience! 🎥🐝

What’s Inside This Episode:

Listener Questions: More answers to your beekeeping questions from emails and Discord.
Community Insights: Highlights from recent discussions in the beekeeping world.
Quick Updates: A few additional notes to keep you in the loop.

Why Listen to This Episode?

This episode is packed with community-driven content and practical advice. Whether you’re tuning in via audio or watching on YouTube, there’s plenty to learn and enjoy!

Join the Conversation:

Have questions, insights, or stories to share? Connect with the Beekeeping for Newbees community:

🌐 Visit our website: https://BeekeepingForNewbees.com
💬 Join the Discord community: https://discord.gg/XzkqFKrjMJ
☕ Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/beekeepingfornewbees

About the Podcast:

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Episode 92 - The Bee Buzz (22): Splitting, Treatments, and Supering 🐝💬

In this week’s Bee Buzz, we’re diving into a variety of topics, including splitting, queen excluders, Apivar vs. Oxalic Acid, supering, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or just getting started, there’s something here for everyone. Happy Beekeeping! 🍯🐝

What’s Inside This Episode:

Splitting Tips: Insights into managing splits effectively.
Queen Excluders: When and how to use them in your hives.
Treatment Options: A comparison of Apivar and Oxalic Acid for hive health.
Supering: Strategies for adding supers at the right time.
And More: A mix of tips and advice for beekeepers of all levels.

Why Listen to This Episode?

This episode is packed with practical advice and valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of beekeeping. Tune in for a fun and informative discussion!

Join the Conversation:

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