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/