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Hobby Beekeeping
Henry J. Svec
239 episodes
2 days ago
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 experience. The focus for our work and research continues to be on the conversion of the 50 acre farm back to nature and the re-wilding of lands in Nova Scotia. Treatment Free best describes what we are doing. Best to make that clear despite the usual backlash. Bee well.
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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 experience. The focus for our work and research continues to be on the conversion of the 50 acre farm back to nature and the re-wilding of lands in Nova Scotia. Treatment Free best describes what we are doing. Best to make that clear despite the usual backlash. Bee well.
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Hobby Beekeeping
Yellow Jacket Attack
I often think I can save them when I see the yellow jacket attacks, but it is really only a sign of a different problem. Here are my thoughts and Hive updates.
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2 days ago
10 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Late Fall Hive Updates
With just two hives failing so far, it's not enough to run the data. But some failed splits may help us better understand what may have happened to them. The other question is, if we open a hive now, what do we do with it if it still has bees?
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1 week ago
12 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Why I'm Excited to have Finally Lost some Hives
It's sad on one side, but exciting on the other to have finally lost some hives. The lost hive data when compared to those that survived may help us better understand what is happening with our bees. The work starts this week.
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2 weeks ago
12 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Some Thoughts on the Year and Next Steps
As the bees wind down, so do I. Here are some updates as we move into late fall.
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3 weeks ago
6 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
The Fraud of Nature Based and Treatment Free Beekeeping
What a week. My eyes were opened wide as I learned of this fraud. Not surprisingly, I was a part of it. Here's the story.
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1 month ago
15 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
This Scientist explains why Treatment Free is the Only Way
In this rare interview on my podcast, I bring on Dr. Gary Brook whose article I recently discussed on the ability to have bees treatment-free. It's a fascinating look at the evidence and clearly begs the question, Why aren't we all doing this?
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1 month ago
37 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Science Says Stop Treating for Mites
The evidence is pretty clear now that beekeepers need not treat for mites. In this podcast, I discuss the recently published article that says using these two strategies can get you treatment-free.
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1 month ago
15 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Stupid Beekeeping Researcher Tricks
While the USDA wants us to believe mites and viruses killed our bees this year, it's not true. Listen while I explain some common researcher tricks and also some common beekeeping mistakes to avoid. Yes, I loved the Dave Letterman "stupid human pet tricks" segments.
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2 months ago
22 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
From the Nova Scotia Bee House
I record this podcast from the Bee House and discuss the benefits of this approach plus hive updates.
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2 months ago
17 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
AI Does Help Orientation Flights and the good of Honey Bound Hives
A bit of this and that, plus special thanks for sending me your comments.
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2 months ago

Hobby Beekeeping
Nature Based Beekeeping and Dog Days of August
In this podcast, I discuss a presentation made by Dr. Thomas Seeley 11 months ago, and how it is an important and valuable training tool for hobby beekeepers.
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2 months ago
14 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Bad Air Swarms and Hive Updates
The bad air has made the bees jumpy and swarms continue to keep moving in.
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3 months ago
16 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Why we Want Relaxed Bees
Eliminating the stress bees face is very beneficial to their health, ability to produce large amounts of honey, and overall survival. Here are some thoughts on why it seems our bees are pretty chill.
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3 months ago
17 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Servant Beekeeping Exposed
I finally figured it out, hence this bonus podcast. If you are one of the few, here's the link to more information on the class. Remember the discount code is POD7 https://hankbee.gumroad.com/l/zwzsp
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3 months ago
8 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
What do I do with the Warre Swarm Hive?
Two months ago, a swarm moved into a Warre hive. It is exploding with bees. What should I do this late in the season? Here's the link to the class, remember the discount is POD7 https://hankbee.gumroad.com/l/zwzsp
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3 months ago
10 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Hot Days and The Bees are Reducing their Entrance
We have reduced entrances on all of our hives. It's one of those rules that has helped them survive. But now at night, we see them reducing their entrances even more. It's not all of our bees, but mostly those with a history of survival. What could be happening, and another reason why continuous hive entrance monitoring is valuable for the hobby beekeeper.
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3 months ago
13 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Collecting Honey and Dealing with the Heat
As I look for a bit of honey, several new findings emerge. Bees move honey around the hive so the queen can lay eggs and a steady flow of nectar despite the drought.
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4 months ago
16 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Hives Exploding
With all these hives and bees, I'm not sure what to do next. Here's a farm update and some ideas on the summer splits.
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4 months ago

Hobby Beekeeping
Summer Walk-Away Splits
Looking at how to select the hives to split again and why it's a good idea.
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4 months ago
12 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
Nova Scotia Bee House has Bees
Transferring a nuc into a standard hive within the beehouse was an enjoyable experience—updates on this new project and a beekeeping myth that is hurting our bees.
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4 months ago
18 minutes

Hobby Beekeeping
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 experience. The focus for our work and research continues to be on the conversion of the 50 acre farm back to nature and the re-wilding of lands in Nova Scotia. Treatment Free best describes what we are doing. Best to make that clear despite the usual backlash. Bee well.