February 22, 2026

This text explores the logistical necessity and complex process of importing early-season queen bees to Canada from warmer climates. Since local queens are not available until June, beekeepers rely on foreign stock from regions like Australia, Chile, and California to strengthen colonies and replace failing leaders. The author highlights that while these imports are vital for honey production and pollination,…

This text chronicles the life of Brother Adam, a Benedictine monk who revolutionized apiculture by developing the Buckfast bee. After a devastating disease wiped out most of the Abbey’s hives, he dedicated his life to a global breeding program aimed at creating a resilient, productive, and docile honey bee. He traveled over 100,000 miles across Europe and Africa to source…