Episode 97 - Bees in the News (14): Research, Mead, and Festivals 📰🐝

08/07/24 • 16 min

This week on Bees in the News, we’re exploring fascinating research, a unique mead-making business, and a local festival celebrating pollinators. Dive into the latest buzzworthy stories from around the globe!

What’s Inside This Episode:

Global Research: Sugar-conditioned honey bees may be biased towards nectarless flowers—an intriguing study. Read more
Biochemistry Insight: Acetylcholine and choline levels in honey bee worker brood reveal new findings about bee health. Read more
Alaska: A Homer-based business takes a local approach to brewing mead, with the help of thousands of bees. Readmore
Colorado: A Broomfield festival buzzes with honey bees and celebrates local pollinators. Read more
Israel: A study highlights the importance of a balanced diet for honeybee health. Read more

Why Listen to This Episode?

From groundbreaking studies to community events, this episode blends science and culture to provide a comprehensive view of the latest in the beekeeping world. Whether you’re into research or celebrating pollinators, there’s something for everyone!

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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:

Global Research: Sugar-conditioned honey bees may be biased towards nectarless flowers—an intriguing study. Read more
Biochemistry Insight: Acetylcholine and choline levels in honey bee worker brood reveal new findings about bee health. Read more
Alaska: A Homer-based business takes a local approach to brewing mead, with the help of thousands of bees. Readmore
Colorado: A Broomfield festival buzzes with honey bees and celebrates local pollinators. Read more
Israel: A study highlights the importance of a balanced diet for honeybee health. Read more

Why Listen to This Episode?

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 96 - The Best Way to Listen to This Podcast 🎧🐝

In this episode, I wanted to check in with everyone and share a suggestion for the best way to approach listening to this podcast. Since it’s designed with a building block approach, we strongly encourage starting with the first several episodes before jumping ahead. This will help you get the most out of the content!

What’s Inside This Episode:

Building Block Approach: Why the podcast is structured to build your knowledge step by step.
Where to Start: The importance of the foundational episodes for new listeners.
Listening Tips: How to make the most of your time with Beekeeping for Newbees.

Why Listen to This Episode?

Whether you’re new to the podcast or catching up on missed episodes, this quick guide will help you get the most value from the content and ensure you’re building your beekeeping knowledge effectively.

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 98 - The Bee Buzz (23): Life Updates and Q&A 🐝💬

In today’s Bee Buzz, I start with a few life updates before diving into your questions about varroa treatments, small hive beetles, hive bodies, oxalic acid, and more. It’s a packed episode with plenty of insights and advice for beekeepers of all levels!

What’s Inside This Episode:

Life Updates: A quick check-in and what’s been happening behind the scenes.
Varroa Treatments: Answers to your pressing questions about managing varroa mites.
Small Hive Beetles (SHB): Tips for dealing with this common pest.
Hive Bodies and Oxalic Acid: Practical advice for hive management and treatments.
And More: A mix of topics and Q&A from listeners and the community.

Why Listen to This Episode?

This episode blends personal updates with practical beekeeping advice, making it both informative and engaging. Tune in for tips you can use in your apiary right away!

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