Interesting Find Near Cawdor Woods. Whilst searching for possible wild bees last week, I found this interesting member of the…
Spring Queen Marking. I mark all my queens in Spring when I’m more likely to find them, but also before…
Invitation. Some months ago, I ask Enid if I can come for the day to help in her apiary. I…
Flurry of Phone-calls. It’s the last week of June and I’m enjoying a rare day of sun with little to…
I’m just about to leave before the rain gets torrential but we have time to check out Margaret’s equipment storage…
What is Bee Farming? In the UK, large scale bee farming involves managing 150 colonies or more. In the USA,…
Beekeeping is Officially on the Curriculum. I’m privileged to be invited to support the Scottish teachers who are helping students…
A Perfect Swarm. Monday 10th June is a busy day. I’ve arrived home after 3 days away teaching beekeeping. This…
What’s Going On? On 24th May I find that our big strong colony has decided to make queen cells in…