Beekeeping Buddies

By: Luke Harvey
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  • "Beekeeping Buddies" is your go-to podcast for all things buzzing in the world of beekeeping! Join Steve and Luke, two seasoned hobbyist beekeepers with over a decade of experience each, as they take you on a journey through the captivating realm of beekeeping. Tune in as they share firsthand accounts of the latest buzz in their personal bee yards parked in picturesque Peoria, IL. From Midwest seasonal hive updates to intriguing anecdotes, Steve and Luke provide invaluable insights garnered from years of tending to their buzzing colonies. Stay informed with their segment on the latest buzzworthy news in the beekeeping community. Whether it's breakthroughs in bee research or tips on sustainable beekeeping practices, they've got you covered with the latest buzz. Have burning questions about beekeeping? Fear not! Dial into their "Honeybee Hotline" segment, where Steve and Luke lend their expertise to answer listener-submitted queries. Whether you're a novice beekeeper or a seasoned pro, their wealth of knowledge and friendly banter make for an enlightening and entertaining listen. So grab your beekeeping gear and buddy up with Steve and Luke as they explore the sweet world of beekeeping on "Beekeeping Buddies"!
    2024
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Episodes
  • Episode 18 Episode 18 - Winter Tasks, Queen Bee 101, and Nucs vs Packages, and News on Our New Offering

    Episode 18 Episode 18 - Winter Tasks, Queen Bee 101, and Nucs vs Packages, and News on Our New Offering
    Nov 20 2024

    Welcome to Episode 18 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area.

    Around the Yard:

    • Final OA Treatment: One last OA treatment for the year!
    • Suit Cleaning: Have an older suit? How do you clean it?

    In the News:

    • Beekeeping 101: Queen and how she works and what she does!
    • Nucs vs Packages: What Steve and Luke think about bees vs packages. We also cover our new offering!

    Honeybee Hotline:

    • Pollen Bound: What is a pollen bound hive and what do you do with it?

    Tune in to Episode 18 for all this and more as we delve into the world of beekeeping in Central Illinois, providing you with practical advice, the latest news, and answers to your buzzing questions.

    Riverview Road Apiary Nucs: https://riverviewroadapiary.com/products/spring-2025-nuc

    Heart of Illinois Beekeeping Club: https://hoibees.org/

    Dalan Animal Health Queens: https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=5417&i=830245&p=38&ver=html5

    Dr. Jamie Ellis Podcast: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/honey-bee/podcast/

    Bob Binnie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bobbinnie9872

    North American Honeybee Expo: https://www.nahbexpo.com/

    Beekeeping Buddies Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/beekeepingbuddies/
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Episode 17 - Honeybee Vaccines, Bee Biology, and Worker Bee 101

    Episode 17 - Honeybee Vaccines, Bee Biology, and Worker Bee 101
    Nov 7 2024

    Welcome to Episode 17 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area.

    Around the Yard:

    • Reading for Winter: Feeding hives, making fondant and candy boards for winter,
    • How to Make Candy Board Video: https://youtu.be/3UI0BGBJs8M?si=eMji3lGv4ezXNaXy

    In the News:

    • Beekeeping 101: Workers and what they do in the hive.
    • AFB Vaccine: AFB and how that is passed on to the queen bee.

    Honeybee Hotline:

    • Collapsed Hives: Luke and Steve talk about a collapsed hive, what was found and our thoughts on why it failed.

    Honeybee Biology Deep Dive: How does the honeybee immune system actually work?

    Tune in to Episode 17 for all this and more as we delve into the world of beekeeping in Central Illinois, providing you with practical advice, the latest news, and answers to your buzzing questions.

    Heart of Illinois Beekeeping Club: https://hoibees.org/

    Dalan Animal Health Queens: https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=5417&i=830245&p=38&ver=html5

    Beekeeping Buddies Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/beekeepingbuddies/
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Episode 16 - October Deep Dive into Cutouts in Central Illinois

    Episode 16 - October Deep Dive into Cutouts in Central Illinois
    Oct 24 2024

    Welcome to Episode 16 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area.

    Around the Yard:

    • Dry October: A dry hot October, still

    In the News:

    • DMZ Honey: NY Times article on a beekeeper in Korea

    Droning On:

    • Deep Dive Into Midwest Cutouts: Luke and Steve talk about what tools, time, and knowledge you need before attempting a cutout.

    Tune in to Episode 16 for all this and more as we delve into the world of beekeeping in Central Illinois, providing you with practical advice, the latest news, and answers to your buzzing questions.

    Heart of Illinois Beekeeping Club: https://hoibees.org/

    American Bee Journal: https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=5417&i=830245&p=38&ver=html5

    Beekeeping Buddies Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/beekeepingbuddies/

    Bumblebee Cutout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiuCkPap2V4
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    1 hr and 12 mins

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