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Honey Bee Colony Life Cycle | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 67 UFhoneybeelab

Honey Bee Colony Life Cycle | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 67

Honey bee colonies are superorganisms that grow throughout the year. In this episode, Dr. Ellis details the yearly life cycle of a honey bee colony. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app 📩 Please direct any inquiries to our email: honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu 📚 Visit our website for…
Alexa Mantifel
May 28, 2025
Honey Bee Thermoregulation | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 65 UFhoneybeelab

Honey Bee Thermoregulation | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 65

Honey bees can regulate the hive temperature, much like we do with our air conditioning systems. This is made possible by a behavior known as thermoregulation. In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis discusses what thermoregulation is, and how honey bees accomplish this feat. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to…
Alexa Mantifel
May 28, 2025
Honey Bee Swarm Biology | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 64 UFhoneybeelab

Honey Bee Swarm Biology | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 64

In this episode, Dr. Ellis will discuss the biology of the honey bee swarm. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app 📩 Please direct any inquiries to our email: honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu 📚 Visit our website for more resources: www.UFHoneyBee.com Copyright Attribution: - Intro/Outro Music is by Zakhar…
Alexa Mantifel
May 15, 2025
Worker Honey Bee Tasks | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 63 UFhoneybeelab

Worker Honey Bee Tasks | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 63

Worker honey bees are important to the overall success and function of the colony. Learn more about each task that worker honey bees perform in this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app 📩 Please direct any inquiries to our…
Alexa Mantifel
April 15, 2025
Mating Biology of Honey Bees | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 62 UFhoneybeelab

Mating Biology of Honey Bees | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 62

The mating biology of honey bees is fascinating. In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis provides a brief overview of honey bee mating biology. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app 📩 Please direct any inquiries to our email: honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu 📚 Visit…
Alexa Mantifel
April 15, 2025
How to Conduct a Pettis Test Ontario Beekeepers Association, Technology Transfer Program

How to Conduct a Pettis Test

Beekeepers can use the Pettis test to determine whether the Varroa mites in their colonies have developed resistance to a chemical treatment. Once resistance has developed, the chemical will no longer be effective against Varroa mites. It's important that beekeepers use chemical treatments responsibly, in order to prevent resistant Varroa mites. Be sure to read and follow the label every…
Alexa Mantifel
March 16, 2025
HBRC Educational Resources University of Guelph Honey Bee Research Center

HBRC Educational Resources

Paul Kelly, research and apiary manager, explains the various educational resources available through the HBRC platforms. Filmed and edited by Wissarut Sukhaket and Rebecca Romanishen. Link to video transcript: https://hbrc.ca/2023/06/30/hbrc-educational-resources-transcript/ Frequently asked questions: https://hbrc.ca/faq/ For more videos, check out the University of Guelph's HBRC YouTube channel at this link: @UoGHoneyBeeResearchCentre
Alexa Mantifel
March 16, 2025