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Timely colony management across spring buildup, summer nectar flows, fall feeding, and winter care.

Where Do Bees Go in Winter? (And Do Bees Hibernate?)

Honey bees don't hibernate. They cluster inside the hive and shiver to stay warm. Here's what honey bees, bumble bees, and solitary bees do in winter, and how they survive until spring.

Oct 13, 20269 min read

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Winter Beekeeping: How to Get Your Hives Through Winter

A US guide to winter beekeeping by region. Covers how much honey to leave, candy boards vs fondant, whether to wrap your hive, moisture control, checking hives without opening them, and a month-by-month winter checklist.

Oct 13, 202613 min read