Sampling for Varroa
Outcomes Learners will gain an understanding of the significance of regular sampling for Varroa mites in beekeeping. They will be able to recognize and differentiate between effective treatment methods. Key Takeaways Early Detection and Prevention: Regular sampling for Varroa mites is crucial for detecting infestations early, preventing colony failure, and mitigating the spread […]
Winter Success in Cold Climates
Outcomes Learners will have a comprehensive understanding of the key strategies and considerations necessary to ensure the survival and well-being of bee colonies during the cold winter months. Key Takeaways Dr. Pernal’s advice offers a roadmap to navigate winter beekeeping challenges effectively. The main takeaways are: Establishing Strong Winter Bee Populations: Winter bees […]
Using a Fumeboard
Outcomes Learners will understand how to extract honey from bee hives using the fume board. Key Takeaways Efficient and Gentle Honey Extraction: The fume board strategy offers a proven approach to honey extraction that emphasizes both efficiency and gentleness. By allowing bees to leave their hives at their own pace through the use of […]
Honey Uncapping Tools
Outcomes Learners will have a comprehensive understanding of the distinct functions and roles of various tools employed in the honey harvesting process. Key Takeaways Diverse Tools for Different Stages: Honey harvesting involves a range of specialized tools tailored to distinct stages of the process. From uncapping knives and forks to extractors and bottling […]
Controlling Varroa with IPM
Outcomes Students will have gain an awareness of various strategies for managing varroa mites and the differing levels of efficacy associated with these strategies. Key Takeaways There are 5 strategies for applying IPM: Prevention, Cultural, Mechanical, Biological, and Chemical. Prevention is all about decreasing the risk of contact with diseases which are rated […]
Chalkbrood
Outcomes Learners will be able to recognize the signs of chalkbrood in honeybee colonies, understand effective prevention strategies, and comprehend appropriate treatments to mitigate its impact. Key Takeaways Chalkbrood is a fungal disease affecting honeybee larvae, caused by Ascosphaera apis, and can be transmitted through ingestion of spores. Infected larvae undergo mummification, resulting in chalky-white […]
Making Splits in Place
Outcomes Learners will understand the step-by-step approach to perform a hive split using the topping method. Key Takeaways Effective Splitting Technique: Mastering the art of hive splits involves carefully selecting frames of open brood, honey, and resources from the parent colony. These frames are then transferred to an empty nuc box, setting the […]
Bottom Supering a Hive
Outcomes Learners will understand the concept of bottom supering in beekeeping, its benefits in hive management, and how it contributes to efficient honey storage and colony health. Key Takeaways Bottom supering involves placing a new honey super below the existing stack, close to the brood nest. Bees fill the new super faster during […]
American Foulbrood
Outcomes Learners will be able to identify AFB’s clinical signs and employ early detection methods Key Takeaways American Foulbrood (AFB) is a highly contagious bacterial disease affecting honey bee colonies. Its resilient spores, ability to kill healthy hives independently, and easy transmission make it a formidable threat. Recognizing AFB’s clinical signs, such as […]
5 Questions When Inspecting Your Hive
Outcomes Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of hive inspection essentials. Key Takeaways Are you queen right? Is the brood pattern consistent? Is the queen being replaced? Is the colony increasing or decreasing in size? Are there signs of brood disease? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_E Beekeeping is an art that requires a keen eye and a […]
