Read past issues:
In the Beehive Newsletter
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Why do you move all the bees?
A frame of worker bees taking care of their bee brood (under the brown wax hexagons) from spring 2025. What's new on the farm: We are in between bee seasons. Farming hasn't started up yet but there is a lot...
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Two weeks until we find out if the bees made it
Sunshine hitting our hives at one of our Vancouver Island winter yards. What's new on the farm: It's hard to believe, but we are only a couple of weeks away from starting the 2026 bee season. If it seems early,...
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Does snow make our honey white?
A freshly packed bottle of our white honey, before it has fully set in the jar! What's new on the farm: When you think of winter in Canada, Saskatoon pretty much fits the stereotypical image. Freezing cold, blue skies, and...
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How nasty mites took over Australia's bees
When it's wintertime, we like to look at summer photos of our beehives, especially strong ones like these! What's new on the farm: In mid-January, things are quiet on the bee farm. There isn't a lot to do outside, so...
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What about the winter bees?
The hives covered with tarp at one of our Vancouver Island yards. What's new on the farm: Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and had time to enjoy good food with good company. This year,...
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🐝 All wrapped up on Vancouver Island!
The hives on the truck as we unload in Vancouver Island. What's new on the farm: We finally made it. The bees are now settled in on Vancouver Island. I can't believe I'm writing this only a few more days...