Happy New Year, beekeepers! 🐝 Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, the start of a new season is the perfect time to set goals for a healthier, more productive apiary. In this video, Ray—a Certified Master Beekeeper—shares his top New Year’s resolutions for beekeepers to help you improve your skills and keep your bees thriving.
From mastering Varroa mite management to the struggle of staying organized in the bee yard, we’re diving into the real-world challenges every beekeeper faces.
In this video, we discuss:
-Record Keeping: Why tracking your hive progress is the #1 way to become a better beekeeper.
-Varroa Mite Control: Strategies for staying ahead of pests before they become an emergency.
-Proactive Requeening: The importance of young, healthy genetics in your colony.
-Equipment Organization: Tips to keep your bee shop from becoming a mess during the busy season.
-The “Gimmick” Trap: Why you should focus on the basics instead of every new beekeeping gadget.
Ready to take your beekeeping to the next level? Join Ray’s Beginner Video Course (3rd Edition) for a step-by-step roadmap to your first successful year: 👉 https://www.honeytopbees.com/rays-beginner-video-course/
About Ray: Ray Hewitt is a University of Florida Certified Master Beekeeper with over 50 years of experience in the hive. He is dedicated to helping beekeepers succeed through practical, science-based education.
What are YOUR beekeeping resolutions for 2026? Let us know in the comments below! 👇
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