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What do you do when an endangered species moves into your space? Read up on how to deal with bumble bees when they become a problematic house guest! We've relocated 8 nests this year, and counting!
John Russell's regular State of the Hive: Includes an update on how the bees are faring, odds and ends pertaining to the beekeeping industry, plus my unasked for opinions. (It's my newsletter, darn it.)
Ask me anything about bees and honey! They say I'm a know-it-all so lets prove them right! Why do bees make so much honey if they don't eat it? Can bees sense if you are scared? Why do vegans not eat honey? Why does smoke calm bees? Why are bees better than people?
We showcase some of our recent social media stuff in case you missed 🎺 PLUS Bonus Content including news about what other stuff we've been up to and of course some stunning pictures of BEES!
Can you find the Queen bee in this picture? Print it, circle the queen and come down to the shop! We'll add a free honey dipper and a 150g jar of honey to your pick up order we'll even throw in three pure beeswax sheet, hand rolled candles from our friends at the Carpathia Candle Company! Look for the big long butt. Click here to view, she's there somewhere!
John's been busy in the fields, but of course also in the kitchen labouring to delight honey you honey lovers out there! Inspired by a custom order, we have a limited edition run of Creamed Lemon and Lavender Honey Bears! This summer treat is only available in a limited amount, so first come first served!
Do you want to look as handsome as John? Well you may never achieve the power of the Beard, but you can imitate his impeccable style! John Russell Honey T-Shirts are here! Perfect for board meetings, weddings, job interviews, and open mic nights! Behold our contribution to high fashion!
Bees are inside my walls! Worse, they don't pay rent! Why they are there, and what should you do? (click here for the article at theconversation.com)
A Queens Journey: The development and differences between the ladies in the hive (click here for the article at Life with Bees!)
Half of the U.S. bees died last year. What does the future bring? (Click to read the article at Time.com)
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