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Top Bar Hive
by Hugh Schall 13 Dec '22

13 Dec '22

I currently have only one colony that is in a top bar hive with 18inch top bars. I would like to start a second hive in the spring so that I can have flexibility in moving bars between hives to insure that both stay strong and to hopefully insure that at least one colony makes it through the winter. Does anyone know of or have a hive they want to sell. I don't need one with a colony in it, as I will put one in it in the spring. If it has a colony, I will be happy to pick it up in the spring. I am located in Campo Conejos neighborhood in Santa Fe. Thanks, Hugh Schall hes(a)msn.com<mailto:hes@msn.com> 415 637 2116

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Looking for advice on overwintering
by Heather Sessions 04 Nov '22

04 Nov '22

Hi Fellow Beekeepers! I’m new to beekeeping in New Mexico and am looking for some tips for overwintering top bar hives. I’m located at 8,000ft elevation outside Taos and have three hives that were newly installed this spring. The property is mostly pinion/juniper woodlands so the hives are somewhat protected from winds. The overwintering prep I’ve done so far is reduced the hive space using follower boards and put straw in pillowcases on top of the bars under the lids to add some insulation. I left them all the honey they collected this season so hopefully they have plenty to survive on (each hive has over 12 frames of honey). Should I insulate further? What do you use for wind breaks? If you have to feed during winter, what method do you use in a top bar hive? Any help or advice is appreciated! Thank you, Heather

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Fw: National Honey Bee Survey in New Mexico
by Zia Queenbees Farm & Field Institute 07 Oct '22

07 Oct '22

>From NMBKA… NMBKA Members, We need your assistance! Participation in this project is extremely important for the heath of our honey bee colonies. Later this month field specialists from Bee Informed Partnership will be conducting the sampling for the National Honey Bee Survey (NHBS) in New Mexico, one of 40 states that are participating for the 2022-2023 year. They would like to connect with beekeepers that may be interested in participating in the National Honey Bee Survey this year. Servicing New Mexico this year is Matt Hoepfinger (UC-Davis) and Dan Wyns (Michigan State University). Both are highly skilled bee disease experts. The sampling requires apiaries of at least 8 colonies and can be 1 or 2 apiaries per beekeeper (if they are greater than 5 miles apart). They are looking for larger hobbyists on up through commercial operations. Within an apiary, colonies are inspected for visual signs of disease/parasites/pests and samples are taken for varroa, nosema and viruses. Some apiaries may also have bee bread or wax samples taken for pesticide analysis. This is a Farm Bill funded project so there is no cost to the beekeeper and sampling an apiary typically takes 1-1.5 hours. To find out more info, please check out our website: https://ushoneybeehealthsurvey.info/ More information on the NHBS program and protocols is available at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth/plant-pest-and-diseas…<https://ehafjbi.r.bh.d.sendibt3.com/tr/cl/1lO_Su_IDbNB4GPP7u-v4ai4r6xDwNaa8…> They are still putting together a schedule, but anticipate sampling in central/southern NM during October and returning in the spring for further sampling including the northern part of the state. Want to participate? Please contact the coordinator: Rachel Fahey Coordinator USDA APHIS USDA Email: faheybrl(a)umd.edu<mailto:faheybrl@umd.edu> Phone: +1 (443) 786-3219 If you have any questions or have difficulty connecting with Rachel, please contact me. Bee Unique. Bob Reneau President New Mexico Beekeepers Association president(a)nmbeekeepers.org<mailto:president@nmbeekeepers.org>

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Apistan Strips for Mite Control
by Hugh Schall 05 Oct '22

05 Oct '22

I started a new colony this past April. I am new to Santa Fe, having moved in last November. I am using a top bar hive for the first time. Not knowing how much honey the colony will need to survive the winter, I have not and am not planning on harvesting any honey this year. As a mite prevention, yesterday I added two strips to the hive. I am wondering if I should remove them as I now understand that the active ingredient can accumulate in the bee's wax. All the instructions state to remove the honey supers before using the strips, but in a top bar hive this is not possible. All the research I have done indicated that this is not a problem if the honey collected is filtered to remove any wax. Has anyone else had this issue and if so what are your recommendations? Assuming the colony survives the winter, should I have any concerns harvesting honey next year? Should I remove the strips now? Any information would be appreciated. Thank you, Hugh

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Top-bar nuc boxes
by Steve Wall 05 Oct '22

05 Oct '22

Fellow beekeepers, I have a good number of top-bar nuc boxes that I would like to sell. They hold 5 bars and have internal feeders. Built to Les Crowders’ dimensions. Am asking $20 each. Will sell top bars to go in them for $2.00 each. If interested, please email me at stevewall(a)buckinbee.com.

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Reminder: SdC Beekeepers Meeting tonight Tuesday Sept. 20, 6:30
by Kate Whealen 20 Sep '22

20 Sep '22

Greetings Beekeepers, Please join us as we gather for our last meeting of 2022 tonight Tuesday September 20th, starting at 6:30 at the Unitarian Universalist Church (107 W Barcelona Rd. here in Santa Fe). Kate and I will share photos from a recent open-air beehive rescue she planned and executed a few weeks ago here in Santa Fe. In addition, we will talk about preparing your hives for winter. After this great beekeeping season, we will have a honey tasting so please bring a jar of your bees’ honey to taste. No worries if you weren’t able to harvest—join us anyway for this fun event! For those unable to attend in person, please join us via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81562416566?pwd=NWUzREtnb1ZMSkgxVVl5Q1I2Ykg1Zz09 <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81562416566?pwd=NWUzREtnb1ZMSkgxVVl5Q1I2Ykg1Zz09> Meeting ID: 815 6241 6566 Passcode: SDC Hope to see you all there, Kate & Steve

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SdC Beekeepers Meeting Tuesday Sept. 20, 6:30
by Kate Whealen 16 Sep '22

16 Sep '22

Greetings Beekeepers, Please join us as we gather for our last meeting of 2022 this next Tuesday September 20th, starting at 6:30 at the Unitarian Universalist Church (107 W Barcelona Rd. here in Santa Fe). Kate and I will share photos from a recent open-air beehive rescue she planned and executed a few weeks ago here in Santa Fe. In addition, we will talk about preparing your hives for winter. After this great beekeeping season, we will have a honey tasting so please bring a jar of your bees’ honey to share. For those unable to attend in person, please join us via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81562416566?pwd=NWUzREtnb1ZMSkgxVVl5Q1I2Ykg1Zz09 <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81562416566?pwd=NWUzREtnb1ZMSkgxVVl5Q1I2Ykg1Zz09> Meeting ID: 815 6241 6566 Passcode: SDC Hope to see you all there, Kate & Steve

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Two of our hives
by Carole Engelder 26 Aug '22

26 Aug '22

Are “swarming” on the outside of their hives? Why? And any guidance on actions, if any, we should take? Thanks, Carole Engelder 505.614.4206

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NMBKA Silent Auction Site is LIVE
by Kate Whealen 22 Aug '22

22 Aug '22

NMBKA Silent Auction site: https://www.32auctions.com/nmbkasummer2022 Now Available NMBKA Silent Auction <https://nmbeekeepers.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ad273a1c86937b09e59…> In coordination with our upcoming summer conference, bidding is open for our Summer 2022 Silent Auction. This is your opportunity to have a little fun and also purchase some very unique items. Currently there are 27 items, including beekeeping equipment, bee products, bees, and even bee art. You do not have to be a member of NMBKA, the auction is open to everyone. Please sign up on our charity auction website (32 Auctions) so that you can join the fun and bid on these wonderful items and help raise $$ for NMBKA!! To go to the Silent Auction website, just click on the button below. Go To Silent Auction <https://nmbeekeepers.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ad273a1c86937b09e59…> As a reminder the NMBKA Conference Committee is finalizing preparations for the 2022 Summer Conference, just a few days away, on Saturday, August 27, 2022 in Santa Fe. Please mark your calendars and join us. All current paid members get free access to the day long workshop and conference. If you’re not yet a member, please consider becoming a member. The button below will take you to our conference website with information about the workshop and conference. Information about the 2022 Summer Conference in Santa Fe <https://nmbeekeepers.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ad273a1c86937b09e59…> Bee prepared to have a lot of fun at the 2022 Summer Conference. Bob Reneau President New Mexico Beekeepers Association

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NMBKA Summer Conference Sat. Aug 27
by Kate Whealen 22 Aug '22

22 Aug '22

2022 Summer Conference Register for the Conference <https://nmbeekeepers.org/2022-summer-conference/> Institute of American Indian Art Conference Center 83 Avan Nu Po Road, Santa Fe NM 87508 Saturday, August 27, 2022 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM <https://nmbeekeepers.org/2022-summer-conference/> Secrets of Successful Beekeeping in Challenging Environments It’s really hard to imagine a better theme for these times. Jose Villa and John Gagne are back with us to speak and lead the discussion. The 2022 meeting this summer is being held Saturday, Aug. 27 in-person at the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe. The day will feature a panel of beekeepers from different parts of the state revealing their “secrets” of successful beekeeping. The Institute will have hives on its campus, so we will devote part of the day in the field for demos of mite washes, queen marking, or comb reading. Be sure to become a member if you aren’t already. Your membership includes admission to conferences, newsletters, access to past recorded conference talks, and more. Look for more information on the conference as plans unfold in the next weeks on social media FaceBook and Instagram. Another online auction is also in the works. Dr. Jose Villa Amy Owen John Gagne Register for the Conference <https://nmbeekeepers.org/2022-summer-conference/> On line registration deadline is 6:00 PM, Thursday, August 25th. After the deadline, the buttons to take you to the registration page will not function. This will allow us to be prepared to welcome you to your conference Saturday morning. Walk in registration will be available Saturday morning, but please be prepared to wait in line. Schedule 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Registration (Library and Technology Auditorium lobby – 5 on map) 9:00 AM Welcome (Library and Technology Auditorium lobby – 5 on map) 9:30 AM – 11:45 AM Workshop (Thunder Bee Apiary -12 on map) The morning activities will be working in the IAIA Apiary. There will be three groups of attendees working at three stations. Please make sure you have signed the “Event Release Form” and wear personal protection equipment. These stations are: Mite Monitoring Queen spotting Comb Reading Queen Marking Please prepare for this great experience by bring the following with you: A veil, jacket or bee suit. There will be a limited number of loaner PPE equipment available at the conference. A water bottle. Water will be available in the apiary. Please keep hydrated. Sturdy shoes. The ground in the apiary is uneven so be prepared. 12:00 AM – 1:30 PM Lunch (Cafe Bon Appetit – 4 on map) Lunch on you own. The IAIA on campus restaurant, Cafe Bon Appetit, is highly recommended. In your registration packet you will also find a list of nearby restaurants. 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM Speakers (Library and Technology Auditorium lobby – 5 on map) 1:30 pm “Bees; A Short Story” by John Gagne 2:15 pm “A Year in beekeeping management in the foothills of the San Luis Valley” by Dr Jose Villa 3:00 pm “A Year in Top-Bar Beekeeping” by Amy Owen 4:00 pm “Secrets to Successful Beekeeping” with the panel moderated by Dr. Jose Villa Scott Anderson, El Paso, TX Brad Kohler, Las Cruces, NM Lara Lovell, Albuquerque, NM Moira O’Hanlon, Taos, NM 5:30 AM – 7:00 PM Social and Honey Bar hosted by NMBKA (TBD) A special opportunity to talk to the speaker and panel members. We will also have a Honey Bar and all attendees are invited to bring several of their jars of honey to share with all the attendees. There will be drinks (non-alcoholic) and hors d’oeuvres for you to enjoy while you visit with old friends and meet new friends. The times, location and descriptions may change as we get closer to the conference. Please check back frequently. Register for the Conference <https://nmbeekeepers.org/2022-summer-conference/> On line registration deadline is 6:00 PM, Thursday, August 25th. After the deadline, the buttons to take you to the registration page will not function. This will allow us to be prepared to welcome you to your conference Saturday morning. Walk in registration will be available Saturday morning, but please be prepared to wait in line.

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