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Episode 11 - Swarm Season Strategies: Managing Swarms and Expanding Your Apiary (Part 2)

Published on: 2nd May, 2021

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In Episode 11 of Beekeeping for Newbees, we continue our discussion on swarm season, focusing on practical strategies for managing swarms and taking advantage of this time to grow your apiary. This episode provides actionable advice for keeping your bees healthy and your operation thriving.

What’s Inside This Episode:

  • Capturing swarms: Step-by-step guidance on safely catching and relocating a swarm to expand your apiary.
  • Preventative measures: Learn techniques to reduce the likelihood of swarming, including hive splits and colony management tips.
  • Hive management during expansion: Best practices for managing multiple hives and maintaining colony health during growth.
  • Lessons learned from swarm season: Insights to help you plan for future swarm seasons and make the most of this natural process.

Why Listen to This Episode?
Swarm management is a key skill for any beekeeper, and this episode helps you turn challenges into opportunities. Whether you’re capturing your first swarm or looking to expand your apiary, this episode equips you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

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Beekeeping For Newbees
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Welcome to Beekeeping For Newbees! This podcast is your ultimate resource for learning how to keep honeybees. Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your knowledge, we cover everything you need to know: essential tools, hive components, seasonal tasks, and all the tricks of the trade to help you succeed. If you’re new to beekeeping, this is the perfect place to begin your journey." 🐝
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Welcome to Beekeeping for Newbees! 🐝🎙
I’m Jeff, the voice behind this podcast and a passionate beekeeper with over a decade of experience. Beekeeping for Newbees is your go-to resource for all things bees, whether you're just starting your beekeeping journey or looking to take your skills to the next level.

Each episode is packed with practical tips, fascinating insights, and real-world advice to help you navigate the challenges and rewards of beekeeping. Plus, we dive into the latest news, share inspiring stories, and answer questions from our amazing community.

Tune in, learn, and grow with us as we explore the buzzing world of beekeeping. Let’s keep the hive thriving—one episode at a time!