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Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Stewart Spinks

366 episodes

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In this week's Podcast: It’s been a busy week removing treatments from all of our hives now that we’ve reached the end of that particular phase of the season and I was delighted to see so many really strong colonies and nucs. It appears it was just in time as we feel the full force of Storm Amy. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 365 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary...

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In this week's Podcast: It’s been a busy week removing treatments from all of our hives now that we’ve reached the end of that particular phase of the season and I was delighted to see so many really strong colonies and nucs. It appears it was just in time as we feel the full force of Storm Amy. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 365 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary...

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Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 365: Treatment Removal and More Microscopy

In this week's Podcast: It’s been a busy week removing treatments from all of our hives now that we’ve reached the end of that particular phase of the season and I was delighted to see so many really strong colonies and nucs. It appears it was just in time as we feel the full force of Storm Amy. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 365 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary...

1 day ago

19 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 364: Apiary Slowdown and Microscopes

In this week's Podcast: As we fast approach the end of September, feeding for some hives continues but others are weighty enough. With everything slowing down in the apiaries, my thoughts have turned to some honeybee microscopy and today I’ll kick off the season with the microscopes I use. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 364 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary...

1 week ago

20 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 363: Under Supering for Winter

In this week's Podcast: With treatments almost ready to come out of our hives, it’s time for me to start under supering, this technique, although not absolutely necessary and sometimes called Nadiring, is a simple and effective way to help your bees through Winter. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 363 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Nation Bee Unit can be found HERE Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Asian Hornet book b...

2 weeks ago

18 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 362: Asian Hornet Discussion

In this week's Podcast: I'm joined by beekeeper Chris Farrell who is currently battling the Asian Hornet alongside other beekeepers in Kent here in the UK. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 362 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham The Nation Bee Unit can be found HERE Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Garde...

3 weeks ago

40 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 361: Beekeeping Season Finale

In this week's Podcast: I was watching a TV Series recently and the last episode was called “The Season Finale”, well, rest assured, this isn’t my last podcast but it certainly feels like the season has drawn to a close as we bring our bees back from the Borage and discover a near starving colony. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 361 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Nation Bee Unit can be found HERE Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in pre...

4 weeks ago

17 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 360: Autumn Feeding

In this week's Podcast: As we carry out final inspections of the year, my thoughts turn to autumn feeding, the recent emergency feeding and how I’ve dealt with the needs of our colonies through the late Summer. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 360 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Nation Bee Unit can be found HERE Here are some links to the type of equipment I was discussing in last week's podcast. Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel St...

1 month ago

19 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

episode 359: H.I.H.M.S. Part 3

In this week's Podcast: This week, It’s the turn of my workshop to be scrutinised using my Honeybee Integrated Health Management System and my thoughts on why it might not be a good idea to remove dead colonies from your apiary too soon. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 359 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Here are some links to the type of equipment I was discussing in this week's podcast. Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots fo...

1 month ago

19 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

358: Starving Bees & H.I.H.M.S. Part 2

In this week's Podcast: Are your bees starving? Reports across the UK of colonies under attack from wasps and running out of food have been frequent recently. I hope to explain how to get some food into them simply and without fuss. Also, part two of my Honeybee Integrate Health Management System. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 358 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Be...

1 month ago

20 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 357: Integrated Pest Management Systems

In this week's Podcast: So it’s Varroa Treatment time once more, that is for many beekeepers around the UK. And it falls within the umbrella of what a lot of beekeepers would term an Integrated Pest Management System. These days, with my focus on bee health I like to call it a Honeybee Integrated Health Management System, listen in to hear why. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 357 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Gua...

1 month ago

19 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 356: Other Varroa Treatments

In this week's Podcast: With so many Varroa mite treatments out there it can be quite confusing, and not just for the beginner beekeeper. Today I’ll review a few of the other treatments available and hint about the importance of an Integrated Pest Management system for beekeepers that I would rename! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 356 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances VMD Website: Click HERE Join Ou...

2 months ago

19 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 355: Autumn Treatments for Varroa

In this week's Podcast: The borage has been swathed, somewhat earlier this year than previously, so it’s time to bring home the honey crop and my mind turns to Autumn treatments for Varroa, but which one to choose from, there are so many. Listen in to hear my pick and why. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 355 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in th...

2 months ago

20 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 354: Wasps and Borage

In this week's Podcast: Flying in to the UK after my break it was noticeable just how dry the countryside looks, we need some rain. My immediate thoughts were, had wasps destroyed my colonies and was there any honey from our trip to the borage. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 354 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Vide...

2 months ago

17 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 353: Bees to Borage 2025

In this week's Podcast: The heatwaves continue and that magical date for taking our bees to the borage pollination has arrived. Listen in to hear how we got on, and how we were surprised by a sudden downpour! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 353 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcas...

3 months ago

16 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 352: Heatwave!

In this week's Podcast: The UK is set for it’s first heatwave of the year and with it comes the Summer nectar flow with our borage crop looking likely to be a couple of weeks early. The important thing to remember is to take care in the sun and keep well hydrated. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 352 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release &...

3 months ago

16 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 351: Thunderstorms!

In this week's Podcast: The brambles are in full flower and the nectar is flowing. I always get a little more excited at this time of the year as it’s probably my favourite tasting honey. Supers are on to grab a crop while it lasts but my attention is now turning to the main event and that’s Borage pollination for us. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 351 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Join Our Beek...

3 months ago

21 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 350: Beekeepers Need Patience!

In this week's Podcast: Patience, all beekeepers need it, whether it’s waiting on a honey crop, producing queen cells or waiting for a new queen to start laying, Patience, Patience, Patience. Such a shame I seem to have little! Listen in to hear why! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 350 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additiona...

3 months ago

18 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 349: Queen Rearing 2025

In this week's Podcast: Buying queens for replacement or increase can be a very expensive pastime, why not instead, consider raising a few home grown queens. It not that tricky and can be hugely rewarding. Listen in to hear how I’m approaching our queen rearing this year. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 349 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early R...

4 months ago

18 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 348: A Busy Week in the Apiary

In this week's Podcast: Are you letting your colonies starve as you take off the Spring honey crop? Now’s the time to check. Also, Drone laying queens and Egg laying workers feature in this week’s chat. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 348 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart...

4 months ago

18 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 347: Hive Five Multi Guard

In this week's Podcast: I'm joined by Natalie Armstrong, Inventor and Designer of the awardwinning Hive-Five Multiguard Bee hive Entrance to discuss the entrance and how it is used. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks. Welcome to Episode 347 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Check out the Hive Five Multiguard here Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping ...

4 months ago

29 minutes

Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

Episode 346: Swarm Cells

In this week's Podcast: I’ve seen plenty of queen cells over the last week, but there are some that look different to the others. I’m referring to swarm cells and emergency cells, both queen cells, both perfectly usable, but both different in their own way. listen in to hear my thoughts on these and other beekeeping fun. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks. Welcome to Episode 346 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Join Our Beekeeping Community in the follow...

4 months ago

18 minutes