Hello,
My name is David and i have been a beekeeper for the past four years. I started out with 3 hives and have gone up and gone down with numbers over the years. I have had as many as 12, but then had some just go away and/or get weak and wax moths take over. I purchased three Nucs this spring to bring some new genetics into my bee yard. I did manage about 32 gallons of honey this spring. I currently have 6 hives and I am hoping to do some splits in a few weeks. Went through my annual inspection and my bees seem to be doing really well with the queens still laying quite well. I thought about letting them make their own queen, but I think I am just going to purchase three queens so I can go into the winter with 9 strong hives.
Hello David,
Welcome to Beemaster.
Sounds like you are doing pretty well. Jacksonville has a Bee club and I think there is a club in Clay county. I have asked a friend where it is and will let you know when I find out.
Jim
Welcome to The Forum. It would be nice to put your location in your profile. Have a great day and I hope you have a great adventure in all your beekeeping endeavours
BEE HAPPY Jim 134 :smile:
Welcome
Welcome to the forum. We've got lots of great people here.
Welcome. :happy:
The club in Clay County is held at near the fair grounds.
Jim
Welcome to Beemasters.
Good luck to you and your bees,
Joe D
welcome to the family