Swarm Commander Blog

At Meadows Bee Farm, the focus is on creating sustainable, pollinator-friendly habitats that support bees and the ecosystem. One of the most effective methods they...

When it comes to supporting pollinators, native plants play a crucial role in creating thriving habitats for both honey bees and native bees. However, there’s ofte...

Every year, National Honey Bee Awareness Day reminds us of the incredible role honeybees play in our lives. From pollinating crops to producing honey, these tiny c...

The More Than Honey documentary dives deep into the unique and essential relationship between bees and people. This powerful film showcases how honeybees impact ev...

Keeping bees healthy is a challenging but vital task for beekeepers, especially when facing health issues like nosema, a fungal infection that can affect bee colon...

Bees are some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth, and their contributions to our ecosystems are crucial. From pollinating crops to producing honey, these l...

The holiday season brings joy, but sometimes, it also brings a unique sight: the Christmas honeybeeRead more

When you’ve spent time creating a hive for your bees, it can be disheartening to see them leave. Hive abandonment, often called abscon...

If you’ve just installed a new hive only to see your bees swarmed almost immediately, you might feel uncertain about what went wrong and how to get them to settle....

If you’ve set up a new hive only to find that your bees absconded, it can feel like a huge setback. Absconding, when the entire colony leaves the hive, is distinct...