Episode 124 - How the Polar Vortex Affects Honeybees 🌬️🐝

In this special episode of Beekeeping For Newbees, we address the pressing concerns beekeepers face during a polar vortex. As cold air sweeps across regions, questions pour in about how these extreme conditions impact honeybee colonies. If you’re worried about your bees, this episode is for you!

What’s Inside This Episode:

• What is a polar vortex, and how does it affect hive temperatures?
• The fascinating way bees generate and retain heat within the cluster.
• How extreme cold increases honey consumption and what it means for your winter stores.
• Practical tips for protecting hives from harsh winds and ensuring proper ventilation.
• Insight into preparing for unusual cold spells and why bees are better equipped for survival than we think.

Why Listen to This Episode: Discover how bees manage to stay warm even in sub-zero conditions and what steps you can take to give them the best chance of survival. With simple, actionable advice, this episode helps both new and experienced beekeepers stay calm and proactive during harsh winter weather.

Support the Show: Find more tips, videos, and community discussions at beekeepingfornewbees.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your fellow beekeepers!

About the Podcast: Beekeeping For Newbees is your ultimate guide to starting and maintaining thriving beehives. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your skills, our episodes provide step-by-step advice, tips, and insights from an experienced beekeeper.