Wintering Hives

Wintering Hives

Wintering honey bees in Canada can prove a challenge. The following publications are great resources for how to efficiently over-winter colonies and minimize losses. The Biology and Management of…

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American Foulbrood

American Foulbrood

American foulbrood (AFB) is caused by the spore-forming bacteria Paenibacillus larvae.  Diseased larvae contaminate comb with spores which remain a significant source of reinfection for years to follow. The following are some…

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Beekeeping

Beekeeping

Beekeeping in Eastern Canada (L’Arrivee, 1977) Beehive Construction (Corner 1976) The Effect of Continuous Pollen Trapping Sealed Brood, Honey Production and Gross Income in Northern Alberta…

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