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…
This book is by humorous Scot, Bill Anderson, who is an urban rooftop beekeeper living in London. Bill uses Warre…
Presents for Bee-Apprentice Connie. Imagine you’ve just turned seven and are fascinated by bees. Your parents allow you to go…
Making Lemongrass Bait. The other day, my friend Jackie was looking for some old frames to fill her nucleus box…