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OK, so not strictly beekeeping (well not at all) but they have wings and last year my garden shed was scratched to death by wasps who then built nests in our home (an old barn with a wood outer layer) and in a cupboard on our deck. Any thoughts on what to use to cover/paint on the shed to deter...

This is my nasty hive and with this activity wasn’t terribly willing to dive in and have a look. Just in case. However … last week no obvious signs of queen cells. Queen evidently laying. But somewhat concerned by this activity (very busy). I demaree split last year successfully so would be...

Finally I've managed to get into the apiary to check things out. All hives were treated and fed throughout winter. Two very healthy looking hives. Queens clearly laying so not worried. However ... one hive is looking completely tragic. Vast majority of overwintered bees are dead, no...

Afternoon all! Before I get blown into a hedge by the wind on my dog walk, a question for you. Does anyone have a recommendation for a website/youtube channel et al where I could learn about candle making? I’ve a large box of wax and fancy something to do whilst the bees are quietly sheltering...

Morning all, I'm really struggling with one of my three hives. The bees are bonkers, crazy aggressive. I've literally not been able to get in there for a month now. They were always a bit aggie but I could manage (just) now I simply can't get in there without being attacked. Last time I did...

Is this a one off or DWV? Only the one bee in a relatively busy hive had this. I’ve enlarged the shot and hope that is has enough clarity.

Hello, I'm new to, and loving beekeeping but I'm in a proper muddle about varroa treatment. What, when, where - so basically whole thing confuses me. It is now the end of July, what if anything should I be doing? My two hives are doing fine and varroa levels very low, but I don't want to risk...