Notes from the Hive
Why Honey Crystallises (And Why Our Spring Hone...
Wondering why your honey has turned thick or set solid? In this guide, we explain why raw honey naturally crystallises, why our Spring Honey sets so quickly, and why that...
Why Honey Crystallises (And Why Our Spring Hone...
Wondering why your honey has turned thick or set solid? In this guide, we explain why raw honey naturally crystallises, why our Spring Honey sets so quickly, and why that...
April 2026 in the Apiary: Spring Nucs, Queen In...
A look behind the scenes at what April looked like across our Shropshire apiaries, from making up summer nucs and introducing new queens to feeding colonies through the early OSR...
April 2026 in the Apiary: Spring Nucs, Queen In...
A look behind the scenes at what April looked like across our Shropshire apiaries, from making up summer nucs and introducing new queens to feeding colonies through the early OSR...
What Are Bees Feeding On Right Now? Early Sprin...
There’s plenty coming into flower at this time of year, but not all of it matters equally. A guide to what’s really supporting your bees right now.
What Are Bees Feeding On Right Now? Early Sprin...
There’s plenty coming into flower at this time of year, but not all of it matters equally. A guide to what’s really supporting your bees right now.
Rapid Spring Growth & Swarm Preparation
Strong overwintered nucleus colonies can expand surprisingly quickly during spring. Learn the early signs of swarm preparation, when to intervene and how to stay ahead of rapid colony growth during...
Rapid Spring Growth & Swarm Preparation
Strong overwintered nucleus colonies can expand surprisingly quickly during spring. Learn the early signs of swarm preparation, when to intervene and how to stay ahead of rapid colony growth during...
Common Early Mistakes with a New Nuc
The first weeks with a new nuc are a period of adjustment. Learn the most common early management patterns and how to approach them steadily.
Common Early Mistakes with a New Nuc
The first weeks with a new nuc are a period of adjustment. Learn the most common early management patterns and how to approach them steadily.
When to Add a Super
Wondering when to add a super to your new nuc? Learn the signs your colony is ready and why adding space too early can slow development.
When to Add a Super
Wondering when to add a super to your new nuc? Learn the signs your colony is ready and why adding space too early can slow development.