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Choosing Between Package Bees and Nucs (Nucleus Colony)
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Choosing Between Package Bees and Nucs (Nucleus Colony)

For beekeepers looking to expand their hives, the decision often comes down to selecting between a package of bees and a nucleus colony, commonly known as a “nuc.” This choice is crucial in setting the foundation for a t…
Mann Lake a year ago
Picking Your Honey Bee Breed
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Picking Your Honey Bee Breed

Picking the right honey bee breed for your apiary is an important step in setting up for success. Each breed comes with its own set of strengths and challenges, from temperament and honey production to disease resistance…
Mann Lake 2 years ago
Guide to Purchasing Honey Bees
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Guide to Purchasing Honey Bees

Starting your beekeeping journey or adding on to your apiary is always an exciting time! One of the most important components of your hive are honey bees! There are many questions that you may have when you're in the pro…
Mann Lake 3 years ago
How to Start a Bee Hive in 7 Steps
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How to Start a Bee Hive in 7 Steps

Starting a bee colony for the first time may be stressful and confusing, but Mann Lake is here to help new beekeepers. Our guide outlines all the necessary steps and information to lay the foundation of a successful beek…
Mann Lake 3 years ago
Beekeeping – Getting Kicked, Getting Back Up
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Beekeeping – Getting Kicked, Getting Back Up

"Time flies like an arrow - but fruit flies like a banana."–Terry Wogan, Television & Radio BroadcasterIt seems like only yesterday when I donned my beekeeping gear for the first time. Four years later, I still feel that…
Mann Lake 4 years ago
How To Order Honey Bees Online - What You Should Know
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How To Order Honey Bees Online - What You Should Know

Have you ever wondered how beekeepers get their bees? There are several ways to fill your apiary, but many beekeepers choose to buy their honey bees online. Like the rest of the world of online shopping, this method of a…
Mann Lake 4 years ago
A Guide to the Species of Honey Bees
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A Guide to the Species of Honey Bees

There are many different types of honey bees, each with its own unique details and characteristics. Scientists and beekeepers have studied these different bee species to learn more about how they work, the role they play…
5 years ago