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How to manage your queens and hive propagation.
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What technologies are out there to help you better manage and monitor your hive.
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Learn directly from a local expert about the considerations and steps for starting your own commercial apiary
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n this two-part presentation, 'The Average Joe Beekeeper' dives deep into honey bee pests, focusing first on the greatest threat to hive health—mites. 'Part 1' covers mite biology, lifecycle, and essential monitoring techniques, along with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies, including chemical-free and chemical-based treatments. Whether you're attending just Part 1 or both sessions, you'll gain crucial insights into managing these persistent pests to protect your colony.
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The honey bee nest is a magnet for numerous invaders beyond just mites. In 'Part 2 – All Others,' The Average Joe Beekeeper explores various pests like Wax Moths, Small Hive Beetles, and wasp-family members, along with practical mitigation methods. This session, which can be attended alone or with Part 1, will equip you with the knowledge to identify and manage these lesser-known threats, ensuring your hive stays healthy and secure
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Learn from a professional master beekeeper how to prevent the dangers of swarming in your hive.
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Don’t let a dead-out discourage you—learn how to use it as an opportunity to improve your beekeeping skills.
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Discover how bees work together, what causes their cooperation to break down, and effective strategies to minimize honey bee problems. Our expert's cutting-edge research focuses on enhancing colony nutrition, brood production, and queen performance, even under the severe stressors bees face today, including drought, poor nutrition, forage shortages, pesticides, pathogens, and parasites. Learn how these insights can help you maintain a thriving and resilient hive.
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Learn from an expert who can give you a jumpstart on getting your apiary off the ground.
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