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Intro to Beekeeping: Spring Course
A in-person course covering hive setup, bee biology, and your first full season of beekeeping.
We're beekeepers first. Everything we stock, we've tested in the field — from the Alberta prairies to backyard hives in the city.— Worker & Hive Team, Calgary AB
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Blog posts
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Why Bees Need Pollen and When to Feed It
Read nowBees rely on pollen as their primary source of protein, fats, vitamins, and minerals. This nutrient-rich food is essential for the growth and development of the hive, particularly for the brood (larvae) and the overall health of the colony. Worker...
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Package Bees vs. Nucs
Read nowIf you're ready to embark on your beekeeping adventure, one of the first decisions you'll face is how to start your hive. Two popular options are package bees and nucleus colonies (nucs). Each has its own advantages and considerations, so...
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How we hive our packages in Calgary
Read nowNeed a quick refresher on hiving a package of bees? Watch how we did it last April at the Shop in Calgary! Want to try a 1.5kg package this year? We have more arriving at the end of March. Check...
