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In the Beehive Newsletter
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November Snow for June Flowers
Andrew's sister and her pups taking care of snow clearing on the farm (taken Dec 2022). What's new on the farm: When I was growing up, I didn't think much about the weather unless it was inconvenient. I didn't like...
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Bee Season Is Done
Wrapped up hives at one of our BC sites. What's new on the farm: It's a wrap! The bees are safe and snug in their winter homes on Vancouver Island. We run one of the longest bee seasons in Canada....
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Hello Rainy BC!
Andrew and his father and sister unloading hives at our holding location in BC. What's new on the farm: Well, the bees made it safe and sound! After a journey across the prairies, through the Rockies, and across the strait...
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Goodbye Saskatoon, off to Vancouver Island!
Our hives all loaded up and ready to head to Vancouver Island. What's new on the farm: We are so close to the end of the bee season! Yesterday, we loaded up a semi with all our hives that are...
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This nasty bug is hurting our bees
Peeking into a hive on a cold fall afternoon. What's new on the farm: Happy Thanksgiving to our Canadian friends! I hope you are enjoying a hearty meal with your loved ones this weekend. I am very thankful for all...
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Bees get grumpy in the fall...
Looking at a colony from underneath the hive. Sometimes we take a look from the bottom to get a quick assessment on how strong a hive is. What's new on the farm: Happy first day of fall! Fall weather is...