Regional Beekeepers: Spring 2024 (S6, E46)

In this latest episode, we dive deep into our seasonal segment, "Regional Beekeeper Updates." This episode offers a rich compilation of insights as beekeepers from various U.S. regions share the unique challenges and triumphs of their beekeeping experiences.

Our hosts, Jeff and Becky, guide listeners through a series of engaging discussions with beekeepers from contrasting environments, highlighting the diverse conditions that influence beekeeping practices. For example, Paul Longwell from Olympia, Washington, enjoys the benefits of a temperate climate which offers a variety of pollen and nectar sources, contrasting sharply with Duane Combs in Phoenix, Arizona, who shares innovative techniques to combat extreme heat and ensure hive survival.

Listeners will find valuable lessons in the stories of Jay Williams and Ang Roell, who bring to life the realities of regional beekeeping. Jay, operating out of Nashville, Tennessee, talks about the extensive public support for beekeeping in his area, which enhances his business centered around agritourism and educational outreach. Meanwhile, Ang, who keeps bees in both Massachusetts and North Carolina, discusses the logistics and learning opportunities that come from managing hives in two distinct climates, emphasizing the role of local knowledge in successful queen rearing and colony management.

This episode not only addresses the challenges faced by beekeepers but also celebrates the resilience and adaptability of the beekeeping community. Whether discussing pest management strategies in Northern California with Bonnie Morse or innovative hive cooling methods in Arizona with Duane Combs, the episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories.

Essential listening for anyone engaged or interested in the nuances of regional beekeeping, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge, especially beneficial for those in the early stages of their beekeeping journey.

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Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry.

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