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Why a Calm Hive Matters And... How 50 Bee Stings Changed My Life
Some say angry bees make more honey — but that’s more myth than fact. While certain aggressive strains have shown productivity in specific regions, research and real-world experience show no...
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How Many Virgin Queens Make It Back?
Successful queen mating is never guaranteed, but with good planning, it’s absolutely possible — even in a Varroa-affected environment. Monitor your drone colonies, raise a few extra virgins, and keep...
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Varroa Mite in the Northern Rivers: What Beekeepers Need to Know?
Varroa is here — and it’s not going away quietly. Over the past year, Varroa destructor has been detected across beekeeping operations in the Northern Rivers. What began as isolated reports has...
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How Bees Know the Days Are Getting Longer?
Even in the mild winters of Northern Rivers NSW, bees respond to longer days with subtle but important changes. Learn how light triggers seasonal hive behaviour and what it means...