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Hobby Beekeeping

Henry J. Svec
Treatment Free Beekeeping
Wildflower Bee Farm
Beekeeping
Russian Bees
Survivor Hives
Beekeeping Practices
Queen Bees
Honey Bees
Nova Scotia
Goldenrod
Queen Cells
Queen Castle
Pesticides
Hive Management
Pollen Collection
Russian Hives
Splitting Beehives
Treatment-Free Beekeeping
Emergency Queens
Clovers

Turning a 50 acre cash crop farm back to a wildflower bee sanctuary and business. Join me as I explain each week what we are doing and why we are bee "helpers" and not bee keepers. The name change on February 25, 2024, is reflected in the science that for me makes most sense. The goal is to listen to all aspects of beekeeping and to be an open and honest place for everyone to share their experienc... more

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While the temptation is to keep helping our bees in the winter, this may be the wrong thing to do. here is why for me, it's a time to leave them alone.

I asked myself that question, and the answer has nothing to do with honey or general beekeeping. When three of my worlds collided this week, maybe I'm starting to get it. What about you?

First time after viewing thousands of front entrance clips, we see this. It is in a 2-frame research hive spotted on October 26. The original hive is one of our 5-year survivors without chemical mite treatments. Could a certain strain of DWV actually... more

With hobby beekeeping, I often wonder whether I should add a bit of thymol to help my bees. Treating for varroa seems to be something many of us think will help. But the science and the fact that tens of thousands of beekeepers no longer treat for Va... more

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Dr. Gary Brook
Retired physician specializing in infectious diseases and medical research.
Episode: This Scientist explains why Treatment Free is the Only Way

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Hank Sveck
Host of Hobby Beekeeping, focusing on treatment-free practices, environmental sustainability, and the personal experiences of managing a beekeeping sanctuary.

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    I was hoping to hear about your ventilation and insulation setup for overwintering your hives. I’ve been considering r7 on the sides and r21 on top with a few inches of wool for moisture retention with a popsicle stick for upper ventilation and a 1x3/8 lower entrance (in Buffalo NY)

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What is Hobby Beekeeping about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content centers on beekeeping practices, particularly focusing on the philosophy of treatment-free beekeeping and the environmental conditions affecting honeybee populations. Topics include the significance of sustainable beekeeping, exploration of the relationship between bees and their environments, and personal anecdotes from the host's experiences managing a farm transitioned into a wildflower sanctuary. Unique discussions on the use of artificial intelligence in hive monitoring, the importance of adapting beekeeping strategies to local conditions, and an emphasis on respectful observation of bee behavior set this show apart. Insights on community engagement and knowledge sharing also play a vital role in the ongoing conversation around... more

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