Spring has arrived, and with it comes one of the most dramatic moments in the life of a beehive: the swarm. 🐝 When the weather warms and nectar and pollen are abundant, bees prepare to reproduce at the colony level. They start raising new queens, and just before the first one emerges, the old queen departs with around 70% of the hive. 🐝 At this stage, the queen is everything. Without her, the swarm would be doomed because there is no way to rebuild without eggs. 🐝 That is what makes primary s

Springtime Beekeeping Tips: Stimulating Your Hive 🐝🌸 As the weather warms up, your colony shifts into growth mode. Whether you're brand new or a few seasons in, spring is when strong colonies are built. #beekeeping #spring #springtips #flowhive | Flow Hive