Spring has arrived on Our 200 Acre Farm, and the orchard is waking up with a burst of blossoms. The bees are out, the days are warming, and the promise…
Where bees, blooms, and bounty flourish
As winter edges toward spring, the bees on our 200-acre farm are beginning to stir. Even though it’s still cold, the lengthening days signal to the colony that spring is…
Winter might feel quiet on the farm, but it’s the perfect time to get a jump on your spring garden. With the cold keeping most weeds at bay and the…
Farmers stay busy in winter by maintaining equipment, planning spring planting, and caring for livestock through the colder months.
Winter reflection on farming reveals valuable lessons from last season’s successes and mistakes, guiding future strategies for better resilience and yield.
During winter hive checks, monitor sounds, entrance activity, dead bees, moisture, hive weight, and surrounding damage to ensure bee health.
Bees survive winter by forming a cluster to maintain warmth and carefully managing their resources, ensuring colony survival until spring.
Farmers stay busy in winter by maintaining equipment, planning spring planting, and caring for livestock through the colder months.
Prepare your farm for winter by protecting crops, insulating animal shelters, and ensuring water supplies are ready for the cold.
Prepare your garden for winter by pruning, mulching, and protecting vulnerable plants, ensuring a healthy start for spring.