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Nectar vs. Honey | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 59 UFhoneybeelab

Nectar vs. Honey | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 59

Honey is made from nectar, but the two substances are quite different. In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis explains the differences between nectar and honey. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app đź“© Please direct any inquiries to our email: honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu…
Alexa Mantifel
March 15, 2025
Uniting Colonies University of Guelph Honey Bee Research Center

Uniting Colonies

Paul Kelly, research and apiary manager, and our veterinary intern Yiza from Mexico, explain proper techniques and processes to unite colonies. Filmed and edited by Wissarut Sukhaket. Link to video transcript: https://hbrc.ca/beekeeping-videos/uniting-colonies/ Frequently asked questions: https://hbrc.ca/faq/ For more videos, check out the University of Guelph's HBRC YouTube channel at this link: @University of Guelph Honey Bee Research Centre
Alexa Mantifel
March 15, 2025
Varroa Mite Population Dynamics and Monitoring Ontario Beekeepers Association, Technology Transfer Program

Varroa Mite Population Dynamics and Monitoring

This is the recording of the second virtual lecture in our "Understanding Varroa Mites" series! Title: Varroa Mite Population Dynamics and Monitoring: Know thy Enemy Description: Beekeeping in Canada changed dramatically with the introduction of Varroa destructor. Although we have learned a lot about the damage these mites cause, beekeepers are not always able to keep Varroa below damaging levels.…
Alexa Mantifel
March 15, 2025
Understanding the Impacts of Varroa Parasitism Ontario Beekeepers Association, Technology Transfer Program

Understanding the Impacts of Varroa Parasitism

This is the recording of the first virtual lecture in our "Understanding Varroa Mites" series! Title: Understanding the Impacts of Varroa Mite Parasitism Description: In order to fight Varroa mites, it's important to understand them. Beekeepers know that Varroa mites can devastate colonies. However, the mechanisms of this destruction can seem a little murky. This talk will provide a nuanced…
Alexa Mantifel
March 15, 2025
The Honey Bee Nest | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 57 UFhoneybeelab

The Honey Bee Nest | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 57

Honey bees are particular about their nests! In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis discusses the honey bee nest, from nest selection to nest contents. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app đź“© Please direct any inquiries to our email: honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu 📚…
Alexa Mantifel
March 15, 2025
Varroa Mite Control – Oxalic Acid University of Guelph Honey Bee Research Center

Varroa Mite Control – Oxalic Acid

Paul Kelly, research and apiary manager, and our volunteer Wendy describe how to dispense Oxalic Acid Solution into the hives. A descriptive transcript is available here: https://hbrc.ca/beekeeping-videos/varroa-mite-control-oxalic-acid/ Filmed by Zoey Ross and edited by Wissarut Sukhaket. Recipe for oxalic acid treatment: https://hbrc.ca/2022/09/27/late-fall-oxalic-acid-varroa-mite-treatment-recipe-for-60-colonies/ Frequently asked questions: https://hbrc.ca/faq/ For more videos, check out the University of Guelph's HBRC YouTube channel at this…
Alexa Mantifel
March 15, 2025