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Beekeeping Buddies

Beekeeping Buddies

Written 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 Biological Sciences Science
Episodes
  • Episode 43 - Is Spring Here? Accident in the Yard! Luke Goes to the Midwest Honeybee Expo!

    Episode 43 - Is Spring Here? Accident in the Yard! Luke Goes to the Midwest Honeybee Expo!
    Feb 28 2026

    We're enjoying a stretch of beautiful weather here in the Peoria area, and that can only mean one thing for beekeepers: false spring temptation.

    This week, Steve and Luke talk through what you should (and shouldn't) be doing during these warm February days. When is it smart to crack a lid? When should you leave well enough alone? And how do you avoid setting your colonies back before maples even think about blooming?

    Luke also shares a hard lesson from the yard an accident that resulted in a grass fire. What happened, what caused it, and what you can do to avoid the same mistake around your apiary.

    Finally, Luke breaks down some of the standout speakers and takeaways from the Midwest Honeybee Expo in Wisconsin. From practical management tips to bigger industry conversations, there was plenty worth bringing back home to Illinois.

    If you're staring at your hives in 50-degree weather wondering whether to "just take a quick peek," this episode is for you.

    Midwest Honeybee Expo: https://www.midwesthoneybeeexpo.com/

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

    Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Jk6hyZAY

    Randy Oliver Mite Calculator Calendar: https://scientificbeekeeping.com/randys-varroa-model/

    How RRA Makes Fondant: https://youtu.be/CAiOF3onmBQ

    The American Bee Journal: https://americanbeejournal.com/

    Project Apis m. Bee Survey Video 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOCis4ZPfp8

    Project Apis m. Website: https://www.projectapism.org/events/i8yr94doxarjvh453lchfhr0xf3bvq

    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

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

    Fruit and Vegetable Pollination Handbook: https://www.ars.usda.gov/arsuserfiles/20220500/onlinepollinationhandbook.pdf
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 42 - 2025 Statistics, Season Wrap Up, Plans for the New Year!

    Episode 42 - 2025 Statistics, Season Wrap Up, Plans for the New Year!
    Jan 14 2026

    Welcome to episode 42 where we talk about our statistics for the last year and our plans in the new one. We talk about our aparies, what we will be doing, and how we plan to tackle some of these new challenges. Thank you for season 2 and we look forward to seeing you season 3!

    Randy Oliver 2025 Research Roundup: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DT2HTyF2-k

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

    Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Jk6hyZAY

    Randy Oliver Mite Calculator Calendar: https://scientificbeekeeping.com/randys-varroa-model/

    How RRA Makes Fondant: https://youtu.be/CAiOF3onmBQ

    The American Bee Journal: https://americanbeejournal.com/

    Project Apis m. Bee Survey Video 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOCis4ZPfp8

    Project Apis m. Website: https://www.projectapism.org/events/i8yr94doxarjvh453lchfhr0xf3bvq

    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

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

    Fruit and Vegetable Pollination Handbook: https://www.ars.usda.gov/arsuserfiles/20220500/onlinepollinationhandbook.pdf
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    59 mins
  • Episode 41 - Winter has arrived and so has our holiday Christmas list for your beekeeping needs!

    Episode 41 - Winter has arrived and so has our holiday Christmas list for your beekeeping needs!
    Dec 11 2025

    Welcome to episode 41 where we talk a bit about the weather, but because we don't have a lot going on in the yard, we are going to run down our gift buying guide for 2026! We hope everyone has an excellent holiday season.

    Randy Oliver 2025 Research Roundup: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DT2HTyF2-k

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

    Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Jk6hyZAY

    Randy Oliver Mite Calculator Calendar: https://scientificbeekeeping.com/randys-varroa-model/

    How RRA Makes Fondant: https://youtu.be/CAiOF3onmBQ

    The American Bee Journal: https://americanbeejournal.com/

    Project Apis m. Bee Survey Video 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOCis4ZPfp8

    Project Apis m. Website: https://www.projectapism.org/events/i8yr94doxarjvh453lchfhr0xf3bvq

    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

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

    Fruit and Vegetable Pollination Handbook: https://www.ars.usda.gov/arsuserfiles/20220500/onlinepollinationhandbook.pdf
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    55 mins
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