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Beekeeping: FIRE ANTS!! Do they actually hurt bees?
The only thing worse than a bee in your bee suit is dozens of fire ants! There is no doubt we hate them as beekeepers, but do they bother our bees? How do we get rid of them without harming our hives? Join Blake as he discusses the impact of fire ants on beehives.
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BEEKEEPING: Will My Hive Die? What Next?
Просмотров 68014 дней назад
A sad but real truth-bees die...easily! Losing 50% or more of your hives each year is perfectly normal. But, there is hope! Blake explains what to do next and how to rebuild next year! Comb Protection: thebeesupply.com/products/certan-5-oz-bottle thebeesupply.com/products/para-moth-wax-moth-control
Beekeeping: Robbed to death! Can it be saved??
Просмотров 61814 дней назад
Robbing stinks. Blake discovers a hive that is being completely robbed to death. Check out what the inside of a hive looks like that's being robbed and how to diagnose robbing behavior and what to do about it! Robbing Screen: thebeesupply.com/products/moving-robbing-screen
BEEKEEPING: How to Open Store Comb
Просмотров 70521 день назад
Join as as we explore how to organically open store honeycomb! No chemicals, no wax moths!
November 2024 Monthly Buzz
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.21 день назад
It's cooler, it's drier and nationwide there is a pretty rough drought! Join Blake as he discusses what that means for you and your bees! In this final month of bee season, don't miss out on the MANY important topics to wrap up the season and being looking to next year. We are already getting excited for spring!! November Topics Covered: - Caring for Comb - Yellow Legged Hornet Update - Fall/Wi...
October 2024 Monthly Buzz
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.Месяц назад
Cooler weather is coming...we promise!!! As the bee season winds down nationwide, we begin taking the final steps to prepare our bees for the long (or short) cold months ahead. Blake covers everything you need to ensure your bees make it until next spring! October Topics Covered: - Caring for Comb - Final Varroa Treatment - Final Feeding Options - Queen Issues - Floods & Blooms - Wax Moths Sign...
BEEKEEPING: What a Hive Ready for Winter SHOULD Look Like!
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.2 месяца назад
You won't believe the brood in this hive! Blake takes you on a tour through a hive that is ready for winter! Mites have been treated, food stores are perfect, the queen is in great shape and bee population is good! This hive is a wonderful template for what your hive should look like heading into the winter months. Global Pollen Patties: thebeesupply.com/products/product
BEEKEEPING: Should I Feed Syrup or Stan's Soft Sugar Bricks?
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When should you stop feeding liquid syrup? When is a Stan's Soft Sugar Brick better? When will bees stop eating in the winter? Blake tackles all of these questions and more and helps you understand when a liquid vs a solid food is preferable! Stan's Soft Sugar Bricks: thebeesupply.com/products/stans-sugar-brick-with-complete
BEEKEEPING: How to Save a Weak Hive Before Winter
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.2 месяца назад
Weak or struggling hives are a part of beekeeping. In this video, Blake walks us through how to fix a weak hive just in time for winter!
September 2024 Monthly Buzz
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Winter is coming!!! September is the final month where we can really affect change on our hives and get them ready for winter. October brings cooler weather and less options for fixing issues in our hives. Join Blake as he explains the final steps necessary to ensure your bees are happy, healthy and ready for a long nap! September Topics Covered: - Transitioning to Fall - Varroa & Fixing Hives ...
BEEKEEPING: How, Why & When to Feed Pollen Patties
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.3 месяца назад
There are few things that can affect your hive like poor nutrition! Blake quickly outlines how, why & when to feed pollen patties to provide critical nutrition insurance for your hives this fall! Buy Global Patties here: thebeesupply.com/collections/harvesting-essentials/products/product
BEEKEEPING: Ensuring Your Bees Have Summer Water
Просмотров 5943 месяца назад
A strong hive can drink up to a few quarts of water each day in areas with hot summers! Blake outlines how set up a water source for your hives if you don't have a natural source within 1/2-1 mile from your hive!
BEEKEEPING: What Should a Summer Hive Look Like?
Просмотров 9303 месяца назад
Join Blake as he checks a hive and discusses what is normal vs not to see during a summer inspection!
BEEKEEPING: Should I Put Hives in the Sun or Shade?
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.3 месяца назад
The classic question- should my bees be in the sun or shade? Spoiler- the sun is almost always better! The exception is if you are in a very hot region with temps routinely over 100 degrees, afternoon shade can help your hives work less to keep cool. Otherwise, full sun is ideal!
Beekeeper Chat with Marcus Hill - USA Bee Ops Manager and Chari Elam
Просмотров 6963 месяца назад
Beekeeper Chat with Marcus Hill - USA Bee Ops Manager and Chari Elam
BEEKEEPING: When is the Honey Flow Over?
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.3 месяца назад
BEEKEEPING: When is the Honey Flow Over?
August 2024 Monthly Buzz
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August 2024 Monthly Buzz
BEEKEEPING: When TOO MUCH Honey Becomes Dangerous
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 месяца назад
BEEKEEPING: When TOO MUCH Honey Becomes Dangerous
Beekeeper Chat with Dr. Cameron Jack - UF with Chari Elam
Просмотров 9004 месяца назад
Beekeeper Chat with Dr. Cameron Jack - UF with Chari Elam
BEEKEEPING: An Effective Way to Control Mites Chemical Free
Просмотров 7 тыс.4 месяца назад
BEEKEEPING: An Effective Way to Control Mites Chemical Free
July 2024 Monthly Buzz
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July 2024 Monthly Buzz
BEEKEEPING: Using Certan to Naturally Control Wax Moths
Просмотров 2,4 тыс.5 месяцев назад
BEEKEEPING: Using Certan to Naturally Control Wax Moths
BEEKEEPING: When a Hive Just Won't Grow
Просмотров 4,8 тыс.5 месяцев назад
BEEKEEPING: When a Hive Just Won't Grow
BEEKEEPING: Adding a Second Super- Before It's Too Late!
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
BEEKEEPING: Adding a Second Super- Before It's Too Late!
BEEKEEPING: How to Make a Few Frames of Comb Honey
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
BEEKEEPING: How to Make a Few Frames of Comb Honey
Beekeeper Chat - Ben Moore (Ben's Bees - AU) with Chari Elam
Просмотров 4456 месяцев назад
Beekeeper Chat - Ben Moore (Ben's Bees - AU) with Chari Elam
BEE NEWS: Wait, Are There Millions Of New Hives in the USA?
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.6 месяцев назад
BEE NEWS: Wait, Are There Millions Of New Hives in the USA?
June 2024 Monthly Buzz
Просмотров 5 тыс.6 месяцев назад
June 2024 Monthly Buzz
Expert beekeeper Shannon La Grave with Chari Elam
Просмотров 7096 месяцев назад
Expert beekeeper Shannon La Grave with Chari Elam
BEEKEEPING: Tips & Tricks for Drawing Comb
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.6 месяцев назад
BEEKEEPING: Tips & Tricks for Drawing Comb

Комментарии

  • @cherylwyble1152
    @cherylwyble1152 2 дня назад

    Wow, great stories, thank you so much for sharing with us.

  • @DonnaFerguson36
    @DonnaFerguson36 6 дней назад

    Had a huge fire ant mound I dealt with recently. Thanks for the info!❤

  • @jamesbarron1202
    @jamesbarron1202 9 дней назад

    Use Amdro fire ant bait. Won’t affect the bees. The ants will take it underground quick if you apply it at the right time of day and season. Bees don’t want it.

  • @billw7894
    @billw7894 10 дней назад

    Thanks for posting, appreciate your input

  • @loganford-g9x
    @loganford-g9x 14 дней назад

    How soon can you put the frame in a hive

  • @gene-sloca
    @gene-sloca 15 дней назад

    Thank you for the video. Appreciate it

  • @TillmanHoneyCompany
    @TillmanHoneyCompany 15 дней назад

    30,000 hives?

  • @gilfordhaines
    @gilfordhaines 15 дней назад

    Thanks, makes alot of since. Happy Thanksgiving

  • @jamesbarron1202
    @jamesbarron1202 16 дней назад

    Is there a way to use that old comb in swarm traps without wax moths destroying it and the frames? They always get in my old comb. I thought maybe pulling every other frame to leave a wider space between frames might help.

    • @sfroutdoors4014
      @sfroutdoors4014 15 дней назад

      I’ve heard of people open storing comb that has never had brood in it with success so you could probably use the cleaned out honey comb. Any of the comb that has had brood you’ll want to freeze at a minimum for a couple days or a week and store in a secure box or bag. Maybe even treat it with paramoth or some other type of treatment. I’ve heard folks have good luck with industrial trash bags for storage when sealed up well. Hope this helped

    • @jamesbarron1202
      @jamesbarron1202 15 дней назад

      @ your not getting what I’m getting at. I’m not storing it. I’m using it in swarm traps to capture wild swarms. Wax moths get in the swarm traps and destroy it.

    • @thebeesupply
      @thebeesupply 9 дней назад

      Good question! I think Certan would do the trick! thebeesupply.com/products/certan-5-oz-bottle

  • @aCanadianBeekeepersBlog
    @aCanadianBeekeepersBlog 18 дней назад

    30,000 colonies !?!!

  • @j-balpine
    @j-balpine 19 дней назад

    Thank you for all your very informative explanations. 👍 best regards

  • @gigihenderson8567
    @gigihenderson8567 20 дней назад

    Yeah, here in CA, we have to worry about the moths and beetles year round. Where I am we seldom have freezing temps

  • @gene-sloca
    @gene-sloca 22 дня назад

    Thank you for the information. Appreciate it

  • @StanGore-mk8ow
    @StanGore-mk8ow 23 дня назад

    great video!! short sweet and simple...thank you sir!

  • @srae1503
    @srae1503 24 дня назад

    Have you done any research on the condensating hive. Lots of good articles about it completely sealing up your colonies with on upper ventilation just leaving a bottom entrance.

    • @thebeesupply
      @thebeesupply 23 дня назад

      Yes, the key is certainly to have that upper entrance!

    • @srae1503
      @srae1503 23 дня назад

      @thebeesupply the condensing hive does not have an upper entrance.

  • @jdawg8157
    @jdawg8157 25 дней назад

    Thank you for the video

  • @phillipriggs3375
    @phillipriggs3375 26 дней назад

    Always helpful!

  • @SIBEEMAN
    @SIBEEMAN 27 дней назад

    I try to build up my hives with winter bees in the late summer. They are overwintering in NY and I check them every few days without opening them up with my FLIR camera. I also check there using Broodminder. I pop the lid every 2 weeks to add Hivealive fondant if needed. It’s been working out pretty well for me as I only have a few hives. OA treatments coming soon too. I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and I enjoy all of your videos.

    • @thebeesupply
      @thebeesupply 23 дня назад

      That's great to hear! Sounds like a great plan. Happy Thanksgiving!

  • @dcsblessedbees
    @dcsblessedbees 27 дней назад

    Mistakes are often the best Teacher, it happens don't let it stress ya. New beekeepers need to understand, Bees Die it's no fun but not a Loss if you Lear From It. Thanks for sharing your time with us, Blessed Days...

  • @gregmcmath-ov3zj
    @gregmcmath-ov3zj 27 дней назад

    Awesome information! Thank you!

  • @davidkoch733
    @davidkoch733 27 дней назад

    Excellent information

  • @avandyke143
    @avandyke143 Месяц назад

    What do you do with your internal feeder during the winter? Do you leave it?

  • @Starsky1413
    @Starsky1413 Месяц назад

    You can also put more supers on if she lays in the lower supers

  • @jennifercaldwell5752
    @jennifercaldwell5752 Месяц назад

    Thank you for making these videos!

  • @davemaloneyvideos
    @davemaloneyvideos Месяц назад

    Excellent!

  • @Rocketleaguedude101
    @Rocketleaguedude101 Месяц назад

    Thanks for the info

  • @thanachaichongwong7654
    @thanachaichongwong7654 Месяц назад

    Hi your video very nice.What's type of CO2 to make bees sleep?

  • @gene-sloca
    @gene-sloca Месяц назад

    Thank you for sharing your time to do this video.

  • @ericshipplett3517
    @ericshipplett3517 Месяц назад

    What kind of entrance is on this hive. It looks like a deep box is below the entrance.

    • @thebeesupply
      @thebeesupply Месяц назад

      We were actually using a deep box as a hive stand.:)

  • @aaronparis4714
    @aaronparis4714 Месяц назад

    Your a smart man

  • @badassbees3680
    @badassbees3680 2 месяца назад

    How much money did it take to buy in at first?

  • @bogtv2477
    @bogtv2477 2 месяца назад

    30k?

  • @phpnotasp
    @phpnotasp 2 месяца назад

    Hey TBS. These videos have great content, but that intro jingle is SO DAMN LOUD compared to Blake's voice volume. Can you please tone down the intro music to better match the audio level of the video?

  • @Amerc04
    @Amerc04 2 месяца назад

    This video was super helpful. Thankyou so much

  • @jimwaldele9084
    @jimwaldele9084 2 месяца назад

    i would like you to do a video on your large scale 30,,000 hives so we have a understanding what it takes to tend to 30,000 colonies , that a lot of bees,, show us how to do that, please, thank you

    • @menodelarosa7358
      @menodelarosa7358 2 месяца назад

      30000 bees not hives, guys lying

    • @jimwaldele9084
      @jimwaldele9084 2 месяца назад

      @@menodelarosa7358 30,000 bees are in 1 hive

  • @cherylwyble1152
    @cherylwyble1152 2 месяца назад

    Great video, thank you so much ♥️

  • @Freak0id
    @Freak0id 2 месяца назад

    Awww bummer! I missed the sale by a day. Love the great info though!

  • @HardAssetsFTW
    @HardAssetsFTW 2 месяца назад

    incredible that you claim to personally oversee 30,000 hives per year. cannot take this company seriously.

  • @camplibertychronicles4563
    @camplibertychronicles4563 2 месяца назад

    I thought those were wax moth larva

  • @wvoutdoorsmen5887
    @wvoutdoorsmen5887 2 месяца назад

    Great video! Straight to the point! Thanks!

  • @derrollbartram5200
    @derrollbartram5200 2 месяца назад

    How do you get around 30,000 hives?

    • @thebeesupply
      @thebeesupply 2 месяца назад

      Well...that's a long story.:) But it started with a few hives, lots of splits, and growing over 22 years.:)

  • @robertshorthill6836
    @robertshorthill6836 2 месяца назад

    I have had the same problem during my history with bees. I would try to find out why they were weak. If the queen was old, I would pinch her, then give the combs to several other colonies. Then make splits in the spring.

  • @ethanunick83
    @ethanunick83 2 месяца назад

    Great video straight to the point thank you so much for posting it.

  • @arthurpeterson246
    @arthurpeterson246 2 месяца назад

    Impressive follow your gut you will do fine ❤

  • @rtxhoneybees
    @rtxhoneybees 2 месяца назад

    Good advice Blake. One of the best things about getting to 10 or more hives is to not sweat so much over the weak ones and having the resources to help them if you want to.

  • @MinnesotaBeekeeper
    @MinnesotaBeekeeper 2 месяца назад

    You are running 30,000 hives?

  • @paulgroth5414
    @paulgroth5414 2 месяца назад

    I bougjt half a semi load fr9m you last year to help me boost my operation, they were great bees and made alot of honey!

  • @StéphanieRead-r4x
    @StéphanieRead-r4x 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for these informative monthly webinars. Question for future issues of your online and printed publications: Many of the beekeepers that I work with in Central TX have Top Bar hives, including myself. Would it be possible to include a segment or mention strategies for Top Bar beekeepers during each of your monthly updates? Thank you for your consideration.

  • @corinneseaside2512
    @corinneseaside2512 2 месяца назад

    Thank you! Very thorough. I looked at other videos but they were only working with one hive box and I have two boxes. I was not sure if you needed to put the strips just on the one lower box or not.

  • @TheWillies2k
    @TheWillies2k 2 месяца назад

    I put apigurad in 3 hives last month. 1 week later 2 hive where dead. Bottom board was full of dead bees. All other bees where gone. Read where high temps could effect apigurad treatment and make it deadly. Is that true.