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Bee Talks Recap | July 2025
In this episode of Bee Talks, we cover aphid invasions, swarm installation timing, strange washboarding behavior, and why chickens won’t help with varroa mites. We wrap with insights on the recent varroicide shakeup and what new treatments may be on the horizon...


Bee Talks Recap | June 2025
In this episode of Bee Talks, we discuss sac brood, bees’ water source preferences, EFB and AFB tests, swarm traps and how long before bees move into a new colony after swarming, plus small hive beetle infestations…


Bee Talks Recap | March 2025
In this episode we discuss mold in our colonies, using stored equipment, replacing brood frames, the best small hive beetle traps and more!


Bee Talks Recap | February 2025
In this episode we talk about commercial bee die-offs, mice in the hives, electric fencing, our take on Better Comb, and using Varroxsan...


Bee Talks Recap | December 2024
In this episode of Bee Talks, we discuss emergency feeding, treating with OA in winter, capped brood, hefting a colony, and insulation...


Attend Bee School 2025
Whether you're a beginner or a beekeeping pro - get updated information on current backyard beekeeping practices Jan 11 • 18 • 25 • Feb 1


Bee Talks Recap | November 2024
In this episode of Bee Talks, we discuss winterization, small hive beetle traps, capped brood, Varroxsan Miticide, entrance reducers, and...


Five Wondrous Behaviors Of Honey Bees With Dr. Thomas Seeley
Dr. Seeley discusses how worker bees provide directions, rouse each other to action, call for help, groom each other, and prevent...


The Forgotten Sex: The Importance of Drones for Colony Health with Dr. Garett Slater
Dr. Slater highlights why drones deserve more recognition and understanding, offering a deeper appreciation of their essential functions...


Bee Talks Recap | October 2024
In this episode of Bee Talks, we discuss pesticides, VarroxSan application, wax moths, small hive beetles, and what to do about empty...


Bring Your Questions (and Recommendations) to Bee Talks Beekeeping Discussion Group
Have beekeeping questions? Bring them to Bee Talks! Share ideas & recommendations with the group, + get help with your beekeeping issues...


VarroxSan Miticide Application - Video
Want to learn how to properly apply VarroxSan Miticide? Watch this video, explaining the product and demonstrating the application process.


Beekeeping for the Future with Dr. Erica Shelley
Dr. Erica Shelley talks on future beekeeping & crisis solutions with ProtectaBEE, addressing food security and environmental challenges.


Bee Talks Recap | September 2024
In this episode of Bee Talks with Bill Hesbach, we discuss September beekeeping tasks, dead bees on sticky boards, and bees building...


Nutritional Ecology of Honey Bees in a Changing Landscape with Dr. Juliana Rangel
Dr. Rangel speaks about her work in the lab and in the field covering the building blocks of honey bee nutrition and the role of diet...


Bee Talks Recap | August 2024
In this episode of Bee Talks, we discuss the August bloom calendar, Nosema and hive sanitation practices, late season swarming, and more...


Access Beekeeping Video Library
Watch Special Event videos featuring Guest Speakers from across the world of beekeeping, covering a wide range of topics for today's bee...


Bee Talks Recap | July 2024
In this episode, we talk about robbing, varroa treatments, bee paralysis virus, getting bees to draw comb, single brood box management...


Bee Talks Recap | June 2024
In this episode, we talk about bees drinking from pools, Boardman feeders, eggs in small queen cups, checker boarding frames and more...


Bee Talks Recap | May 2024
In this episode, we talk a lot about swarming, how to use double screens, and requirements for selling honey in Connecticut...


Mysteries and Management of Laying Workers with Dr. Jon Zawislak
Join us for a live online event as Dr. Zawislak discusses the effects of queen loss and development of laying workers...


Bee Talks Recap | April 2024
In this episode of Bee Talks, we talk about the solar eclipse, our transparent hive experiment, temperature sensors and more...


Bee Talks Recap | March 2024
In this episode, we chat identifying plants using your phone, how to use excluders, mold in your hives, and more...


The Mind of a Bee with Dr. Lars Chittka
Join us for a live online event with Dr. Lars Chittka as he examines bees' personality, problem-solving, emotional, and spatial memory...
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