Overwintering Class by Certified Master Beekeeper John Benham

NOTE: When overwintering in the north, you have to use insulation to keep your bees alive in the winter.

In this class, John Benham, a Certified Master Beekeeper, guides you through the essential steps and strategies for successfully overwintering your beehive. You learn the critical importance of preparing your hive for winter and gain insights into the seasonal dynamics of beekeeping, including the changing climate, shorter and colder days, and the diminishing availability of floral resources.

John emphasizes the key factors for overwintering success, such as maintaining healthy bee colonies, controlling mite infestations, and providing a sufficient food supply. You discover how to adjust feeding amounts and what to feed your bees, monitor hive health, and ensure your bees have the nutrition they need to thrive.

Whether you are an expert or a new beekeeper, you learn something in this class. John Benham covers the essentials you need to know for overwintering well and keeping your bees healthy during the cold months of the year.

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9 5/8" Follower Board | WW155: https://www.mannlakeltd.com/hives-com...

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