Your Gateway to Sustainable Beekeeping
Are you passionate about beekeeping or eager to start your journey in supporting our crucial pollinators? HarBee Beekeeping is excited to announce our 2024 plans for nucleus colonies, designed with the New Jersey beekeeper in mind. Our 5-frame nucs, available for pickup around April 20th, are your starting point to a thriving apiary and a step towards a sustainable future for beekeeping.
Why Choose HarBee’s Nucs?
Our nucleus colonies aren’t just any bees; they come with a new queen from genetically selected stock that thrives in New Jersey’s unique environment. This is year one of our breeding program aimed at cultivating Varroa mite-resistant bees, marking the beginning of a journey to reduce chemical treatments in our apiaries. Inspired by pioneering work, such as Randy Oliver’s in California, we’re embarking on a path to achieve a healthier bee population through selective breeding, even as we navigate the challenges posed by our densely populated beekeeping landscape.
What Sets HarBee Apart?
- Local Bees for New Jersey: By choosing HarBee, you’re not just buying bees; you’re acquiring colonies that are adapted to our local conditions. As these bees will be your nearby neighbors, we’re committed to ensuring they’re the best fit for your beekeeping endeavors.
- Commitment to Health and Sustainability: Every nuc is tested for Varroa mites, with the results shared transparently. Our goal is to identify and propagate the genetics of colonies that naturally resist Varroa infestations, moving towards a future where chemical treatments are the exception, not the rule.
- A Partnership in Beekeeping: When you purchase from HarBee, you’re not just a customer; you’re a partner in our breeding program. We’ll keep you updated through emails and YouTube on the progress of the nucs we’re nurturing, sharing insights and developments as we advance our queen production skills together.
Start Your Beekeeping Journey with Confidence
Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or a newcomer to this fascinating world, HarBee Beekeeping offers the resources and support you need. With competitive pricing on beekeeping equipment and expert advice just a conversation away, we’re here to ensure your success from day one.
Join Us in Shaping the Future
Our vision extends beyond the immediate horizon. While the journey to a Varroa-resistant bee population is long, your involvement today can help shape a healthier, more sustainable future for beekeeping. If you’re ready to be part of this pioneering initiative, visit HarBee Beekeeping to order your nucleus colonies. Remember, starting with at least two colonies increases your chances of success and contributes to a more robust beekeeping experience.
A Message from Patrick, Your Beekeeper and Ally
As the owner and beekeeper behind HarBee, I’m in my eighth year of beekeeping and still learning every day. Enrolled in the Correll master beekeeper program, I’m dedicated to honing the art and science of queen production. By joining us, you’re not just buying bees; you’re supporting a movement towards a future where “saving the bees” is a reality we can all contribute to, one colony at a time.
Thank you for considering HarBee Beekeeping as your partner in this vital and rewarding endeavor. Together, let’s embark on this journey to safeguard our bees, enrich our communities, and nurture the environment for generations to come.
Get in Touch
Ready to start your beekeeping journey or expand your existing apiary with HarBee’s nucleus colonies? Visit our website to place your order and embark on a partnership that promises to be as enriching for our bees as it will be for our community. Join us, and let’s create a sustainable future for beekeeping, one nuc at a time.