Queen Rearing

Queen rearing is the meticulous process of breeding and raising queen bees selectively to head new colonies. It requires in-depth knowledge of bee biology, genetics, and colony dynamics. Successful queen rearing demands close attention to the age and quality of larvae chosen, strict adherence to a precise calendar, and skill in delicate techniques like grafting. The outcome is vigorous, productive queens to perpetuate and improve the stock. Our queen-rearing approach is informed by years of “try and fail”, using established methods but also keeping up with new developments and initiatives like the Varroa Resistance 2033 Project.