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July Beekeeping Tips: Keeping Your Hive Thriving in the Heat
Welcome to July, beekeepers! As the heart of summer beats on, maintaining the health and productivity of your hives becomes increasingly...
matthew jackson
Jul 11, 20242 min read
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Essential Beekeeping Tips for June: Preparing Your Hives for a Thriving Summer
June is a critical time for beekeepers, especially those new to the craft. As the weather warms, your bees become more active, and the...
matthew jackson
Jun 20, 20242 min read
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Managing Hives for June Swarms
Hey, new beekeepers! At Waterford Bee Company, we know that managing your first hive can come with its challenges. One key aspect to...
matthew jackson
Jun 14, 20241 min read
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Essential Steps After Installing Package Bees or a Nuc Hive
If you're a new beekeeper and you've just installed your package bees or nuc hives, you're likely filled with anticipation and perhaps a...
matthew jackson
May 8, 20243 min read
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The Wait is Worth It: How Delayed Spring Garden Cleanup Benefits Pollinators"
Spring's arrival fills us with the urge to dive into our gardens, clearing away the remnants of last season to make way for new growth....
matthew jackson
Apr 11, 20242 min read
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Everyone Poops: Even Honey Bees
Everyone poops, there is no getting around it. We've received some emails and messages from newer beekeepers concerned about the yellow...
matthew jackson
Feb 26, 20242 min read
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Exploring the Langstroth Beehive: A Guide by Waterford Bee Company 🌼
Hello, bee enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the world of apiculture with an inside look at the Langstroth beehive, the most popular...
matthew jackson
Feb 4, 20242 min read
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If the glove fits. Wear it.
What type of protection should I wear if I want to become a beekeeper. Opinions very from beekeeper to beekeeper. We'll be adding useful...
matthew jackson
Jan 31, 20242 min read
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Advice for new Beekeepers... Using a smoker.
Beekeepers use smokers as a crucial tool to manage their bee colonies safely and effectively. The primary function of a smoker is to calm...
matthew jackson
Jan 29, 20242 min read
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How do bees know.... where to find the flowers?
We often get the question from new beekeepers and bee-fans "How do the bees learn what flowers are good or which ones they should visit?"...
matthew jackson
Jan 26, 20242 min read
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5 Useful Articles for New Beekeepers: Homing Your New Bees
Every experienced beekeeper has experienced the highs and lows of maintaining their hives over the course of the year. For new beekeepers...
matthew jackson
Jan 14, 20242 min read
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Finding Your Perfect Bee Breed: A Guide for New Beekeepers
Ask a group of 10 beekeepers a question and get 23 different answers. Selecting a bee breed is a big question that we see in many social...
matthew jackson
Jan 10, 20242 min read
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Surviving the Cold: Honey Bees' Winter Strategies
Winter is a challenging season for many creatures, and honey bees are no exception. These industrious insects, have developed remarkable...
matthew jackson
Dec 1, 20232 min read
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Honey Bees in Winter: The Cold Weather Secrets of the Waterford Bee Company
Snow, sleet, blustery cold on Halloween is not that uncommon in Wisconsin. Our first snowfall got us thinking about what the bees do...
matthew jackson
Nov 1, 20233 min read
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Fall Yard and Garden Clean-Up: A Guide to Supporting Native Pollinators and Overwintering Birds
As the vibrant colors of summer start to fade and the crisp autumn breeze sweeps through Wisconsin, it's time to start thinking about...
matthew jackson
Oct 2, 20232 min read
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A Guide to Preparing Bee Hives for Winter: Tips for New Beekeepers in Wisconsin
Introduction Beekeeping is a rewarding and vital hobby that not only supports local ecosystems but also provides opportunities for honey...
matthew jackson
Aug 17, 20233 min read
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Hot Days, Cool Hives
Summer's heat is in full effect this week. Honey bees face the challenge of maintaining an optimal temperature within their hives. The...
matthew jackson
May 30, 20233 min read
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Spring Clean or to not Spring Clean...
Spring is here and with it comes the urge to tidy up our lawns after a long, cold winter. However, before you reach for the lawnmower,...
matthew jackson
Apr 10, 20232 min read
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