Tips & Tricks

We are always curious about these little creatures and I believe we can learn so much from their social society - they are truly amazing.

This page is ongoing and will be updated and populated with many different and interesting things so buzz on back here every so often for new content.

Foraging Map

Are you curious as to how far your bees forage for resources.  This is a great little tool showing the 5km radius around your apiary.  Just jump to Australia then zoom into your location.  Very interesting here is the link 

Honey Bees Development within the Cell

A very cool video of the bees first 21 days developing within the honey comb cell.

 

Sugar Shake Test Demo

Lean the process of doing a sugar shake test for varroa mite surveillance. 

Waggle Dance

A great video explaining in simple terms the waggle dance communication by honey bees.  

 

Receiving your new Queen Bee by mail

Have you ordered a Queen bee but not sure what to expect?  This will help you.