Episode 35 - Dry Fall, Another Strange Cutout, Luke returns from Spain, Varroa makes it to Spain, HMF correction, Honeybee Hotline Questions, What to do with honey frames
Description
Around the Yard:
- Dry Midwest Fall: Fall is mostly here, but is sure is dry.
- Details on Another Cutout: Luke and Steve have another fall cutout.
- Luke Returns From Spain: Luke goes to Spain... and finds few pollinators?
- Steve and Luke Review Spainish Honey: We review some honey from Spain I brought back.
In the News
- Varroa Mites make it to S. Australia: Varroa mites are now spreading to S. Australia.
- HMF Correction: Luke has a short correction to HMF.
Honeybee Hotline:
- Bee Identification: Variation inside a honeybee hive.
- Comb Color: Why is there different comb colors?
- What to do with a small hive: 3 frame hive, can it make it through winter?
Droning On:
- What are we doing in the next few weeks?
- What to do with honey frames?
Tune in to Episode 35 for all this and more as we delve into the world of beekeeping in Central Illinois, providing you with practical advice, the latest news, and answers to your buzzing questions.
Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Jk6hyZAY
Randy Oliver Mite Calculator Calendar: https://scientificbeekeeping.com/randys-varroa-model/
How RRA Makes Fondant: https://youtu.be/CAiOF3onmBQ
The American Bee Journal: https://americanbeejournal.com/
Project Apis m. Bee Survey Video 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOCis4ZPfp8
Project Apis m. Website: https://www.projectapism.org/events/i8yr94doxarjvh453lchfhr0xf3bvq
Riverview Road Apiary Nucs: https://riverviewroadapiary.com/products/spring-2025-nuc
Heart of Illinois Beekeeping Club: https://hoibees.org/
Dalan Animal Health Queens: https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=5417&i=830245&p=38&ver=html5
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Fruit and Vegetable Pollination Handbook: https://www.ars.usda.gov/arsuserfiles/20220500/onlinepollinationhandbook.pdf
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