Walters Honey

March 5, 2017June 14, 2017

Housekeeping day

This appears to be the first big day of housekeeping this spring. The hives are looking good so far, taking out the trash and bathroom breaks.

February 24, 2017June 14, 2017

Early spring

The girls are up and out on this late winter day. We’ve had a mild season so they are getting an early start to things.

February 6, 2017

Introduction

Welcome to Walters’ Honey! We keep bees in Brown County, Indiana to produce Brown County’s Best local honey.

The Classroom – March 2026 March 1, 2026

Q: Mite-resistant bees After reading the January 2026 issue of ABJ I am feeling somewhat frustrated regarding the lack of progress to develop mite-resistant bees. As I read the article by Bill Hesbach about vadescana, I thought that was a step forward but was reminded that resistance to this new pathway could not be ruled […]

Swarm Season Can Help Your Raise Great Queens March 1, 2026

One of my favorite statements in beekeeping comes from Brother Adam, creator of the Buckfast bee and pioneer in the world of honey bee genetics. When asked what average beekeepers could do to improve their own bee genetics, he didn’t recommend getting Buckfast bees, or even cross-breeding with Buckfast bees. He said that each one […]

The Quick, the Dead … and the Misled: Cold Water Survival of Honey Bees March 1, 2026

Before the first flowers bloom, brief spells of warmth invade the cold winter days, calling bees to collect water. With only thick honey in the hive, nurse bees desperately need water for brood rearing. Even when the air is too cool, the breezes too chilly, foragers fly from their hives, under the warmth of a […]

Book Scorpions: A Tale of Literature, Lice, and Varroa Mites March 1, 2026

Imagine living in a library full time. Your life is simple: You hunt at night, lying in wait for your dinner to sidle within range of your toxic pincers, then grabbing it, liquifying it. During the day, you hide in dusty corners, narrow crevices, or in the pages of a scintillating novel, something like D.H. […]

The Aura of Bees March 1, 2026

Your energy for beekeeping In January, I attended a large bee meeting in Louisville, Kentucky. For me, it was a significant event. Your individual beekeeping energy at that gathering was palpable. I was honored to have beekeepers come by our podcast booth and share their time and experiences with us. I enjoyed every one of […]

Bee Vet February 27, 2026

Click Here if you watched/listened. We’d love to know what you think. There is even a spot for feedback! Read along below! Bee Birthdays? By: Tracy Farone Happy Spring – Happy Birthday! Every year in March, I turn another year older. For those of us that have had more than a few, we may not […]

Glyphosate Retraction February 27, 2026

Click Here if you listened. We’d love to know what you think. There is even a spot for feedback! Read along below! The Rights of People and Bees By: Ross Conrad In the latest red flag that should cause even the most earnest pesticide advocate to seriously question and reject the current U.S. regulatory process […]

Off the Wahl Beekeeping February 27, 2026

Click Here if you listened. We’d love to know what you think. There is even a spot for feedback! Read along below! New(ish) Beekeeper Column Vertical Splits, The Demaree Method By: Richard Wahl Intro When I began working with bees as a result of a swarm catch in 2010 I never imagined that I would […]

We Need All the Bees, and They Need Us February 27, 2026

Click Here if you listened. We’d love to know what you think. There is even a spot for feedback! Read along below! Matt Mulica, Honey Bee Health Coalition For at least 3,000 years, humans have taken on the responsibility of ensuring honey bees have adequate food in exchange for honey and pollination. Especially in recent […]

Found in Translation February 27, 2026

Click Here if you listened. We’d love to know what you think. There is even a spot for feedback! Read along below! Your Honey’s Secrets By: Jay Evans, USDA Beltsville Bee Lab Last month, I discussed DNA fingerprints left behind by bees and their associates as they crawl over hive surfaces. There are now many […]

Bee Jackets vs. Full Suits: Which is Best for You? October 9, 2025

What's the best gear for handling bees? We compare bee jackets and full-body suits to help you understand the differences in comfort, safety, and practicality. The post Bee Jackets vs. Full Suits: Which is Best for You? appeared first on Beekeeping Supplies & Equipment | Dadant & Sons 1863.

The Ultimate Guide to Properly Winterizing Your Bee Hives October 6, 2025

The cold season is tough on bees. Prepare your hives against frigid temperatures, damaging moisture, and unwanted pests with this winterization guide. The post The Ultimate Guide to Properly Winterizing Your Bee Hives appeared first on Beekeeping Supplies & Equipment | Dadant & Sons 1863.

All About the Importance of Proper Hive Ventilation September 26, 2025

Proper airflow helps keep your bees happy and prevents serious health problems in the hive. Learn all about the importance of hive ventilation with this guide. The post All About the Importance of Proper Hive Ventilation appeared first on Beekeeping Supplies & Equipment | Dadant & Sons 1863.

Tips for Extending the Life of Your Beekeeping Gear September 23, 2025

High-quality beekeeping gear keeps your entire apiary running. Use these cleaning and maintenance tips to extend the life of your beekeeping gear. The post Tips for Extending the Life of Your Beekeeping Gear appeared first on Beekeeping Supplies & Equipment | Dadant & Sons 1863.

How To Choose the Best Queen Excluder for Your Hive September 12, 2025

Queen excluders make inspections, honey harvesting, and other fundamental tasks easier. Learn how to choose the best excluder for your hive in this guide. The post How To Choose the Best Queen Excluder for Your Hive appeared first on Beekeeping Supplies & Equipment | Dadant & Sons 1863.