If you’ve ever driven through Australia’s farming regions, you’ve probably noticed paddocks filled with a single crop stretching as far as the eye can see. This is known as monoculture,…
Where bees, blooms, and bounty flourish
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Spring has arrived at the farm in Hargraves, signaling a time of renewal. The garden is awakening, with preparation for new crops underway. Farm chores increase, particularly ensuring native animals and sheep are taken care of. New bees will also be welcomed, enhancing pollination and supporting biodiversity. The season inspires optimism and connection to the land.
After a long, cold winter, spring is finally around the corner; and we couldn’t be more excited. It’s one of the busiest and most rewarding times of year on the…
Sustainability is more than just a buzzword—it’s a guiding principle for how we live and work today while protecting the ability of future generations to do the same. At its…
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…
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.