Introduction Here we are almost at the end of May and no rain yet in Nairnshire. I was astounded to…
This must be one of the driest May’s on record and the farmers are crying out for rain. Louise’s BroodMinder…
Introduction I’ve spent most of this week reading and thinking about varroa so Tom’s follow up blog post couldn’t have…
Introduction It has been a busy week of colony inspections for swarm prep. No charged queen cups to be seen…
Introduction This week is warmer after nearly a fortnight of overcast days and very cold nights. The OSR crop nearby…
Introduction. The good weather continues into April with temperatures in the high teens. Unusual for here in April and I’m…
Introduction. April got off to a good start here in the Scottish Highlands with sunny days and a high of…
Introduction. It’s hard to believe that this is the last blog for March and it’s officially spring next week here…
Introduction. It’s still cold, but very soon we will be assessing colony health, size and progress here in the Northern…
Introduction. The bees are flying in my apiary and bringing in lots of pollen which is a cheerful sight. I’m…