In this week's Podcast: We've spotted drones in a few colonies, food stores are being replenished in most and it looks like the weather is warming up a little, time to start beekeeping! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 296 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Get your copy of Steve & Paul's new book by clicking the link below. Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives by Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton ISBN: 978-1-914934-67-4 Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access Here ..read more

In this week's Podcast: Want to sell lip balms, hand creams and other cosmetic products but don't have the time or finances to go through the lengthy process of licencing and insurance? Listen in for  a simple solution to boost your sales whether online, at farmer's markets or fairs. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 294 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Get your copy of Steve & Paul's new book by clicking the link below. Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives by Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton ISBN: 978-1-914934-67-4 Contact Julie and Kevin Thorn at Busy Bee Cosmetics using t ..read more

In this week's Podcast: Asian Hornet is a real and present danger here in the UK, today I'm joined once again by Jackie Thomas to discuss the current position and what, if anything I should do as we head into Spring. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 293 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Get your copy of Steve & Paul's new book by clicking the link below. Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives by Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton ISBN: 978-1-914934-67-4 The Yellow-Legged Asian Hornet LinksNational Bee UnitNon-Native Species SecretariateThe Asian Hornet Handbook by Sarah Bunker Contac ..read more

In this week's Podcast: I'm Back, Still struggling with the healthissues but glad to be talking beekeeping once more, and it's March already! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 292 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Get your copy of Steve & Paul's new book by clicking the link below. Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives by Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton ISBN: 978-1-914934-67-4 Just in case you missed the Yellow-Legged Asian Hornet Links from 2023National Bee UnitNon-Native Species SecretariateThe Asian Hornet Handbook by Sarah Bunker Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Join Ou ..read more

In this week's Podcast: I'm joined in conversation by Rob Nickless, Co-Organiser of The Beekeeping Show here in the UK to discuss some of the things to look out for at the 2024 show. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 291 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Beekeeping Show 2024 -  Tickets available here Get your copy of Steve & Paul's new book by clicking the link below. Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives by Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton ISBN: 978-1-914934-67-4 Just in case you missed the Yellow-Legged Asian Hornet Links from 2023National Bee UnitNon-Native Species Sec ..read more

In this week's Podcast: Happy New Year, It's interview time! I'm joined by Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton to discuss their new book, Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 288 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Beekeeping Show 2024 -  Tickets available here Get your copy of Steve & Paul's new book by clicking the link below. Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives by Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton ISBN: 978-1-914934-67-4 Just in case you missed the Yellow-Legged Asian Hornet Links form 2023National Bee UnitNon-Native Species SecretariateThe Asian Horn ..read more

In this week's Podcast: Planning for the new season, it's a big part of my winter, it helps me focus, it gets everything in it's place and it helps keep me optimistic for the new season. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 287 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Beekeeping Show 2024 -  Tickets available here Article: Beekeeping Theories Debunked: The Real Buzz on Honeybee Insulation Research Paper: Honeybee Cluster - Not Insulation but Stressful Heat Sink Just in case you missed the Yellow-Legged Asian Hornet LinksNational Bee UnitNon-Native Species SecretariateThe ..read more

In this week's Podcast: Something slightly different, Today I'm chatting with Jackie Thomas, Master Beekeeper, Training Officer for the Dover and District BKA and Asian Hornet Action Team Co-Ordinator. Time to learn more about the Asian Hornet incursions into the South East of England. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 286 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Beekeeping Show 2024 -  Tickets available here Asian Hornet Links Below:National Bee UnitNon-Native Species SecretariateThe Asian Hornet Handbook by Sarah Bunker Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Join O ..read more

In this week's Podcast: What a very cold week we've just had, minus 5 degrees celsius overnight and it's left me shivering. No movement from any hives as our bees sit out the cold and hefting is about all we should now do. Me, I'm having a cuppa and planning the start of my new season and I thought I would share my top tip for Spring splits, swarm management and frame replacement. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 285 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. The Beekeeping Show 2024 -  Tickets available here Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Join Our Beekeeping Commu ..read more

In this week's Podcast: It's getting colder and our colonies are all set  for the long winter ahead, actually, not really, listen in for yet more of my attempts to catch up with this beekeeping season. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks and welcome to Episode 284 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Dade's Anatomy and Dissection of the Honeybee Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access Here Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyC ..read more