HEY DAVID! Great video. About the VHS queens. I used to think that same thing, that we are a long way off to finding a queen that can become treatment free. But not anymore. There are two companies I know of as know, one in Connecticut, and the other in Florida, that have are bred with both VSH and P-line bees. Now I don't claim to know a ton about P-line, but from what I've learned, when P-line genetics are mixed with VSH, those queens/hives are thriving with zero treatment. These two apiaries I know now are completely treatment free!!!!! They both raise Carniolan queens that are both P-lone and VSH genetics and both apiaries are completely treatment free. They even go as far as admitting that once their queens are introduced into your hive, there is a huge cleaning out of thousands of infected larva prior to things leveling out. I just ordered three of them. This first company is TheyKeepBees. And the second company that I ordered from in Florida is HoneybeeResearchProject. I'm super excited. I think we are closer than you think. At least I hope so.
Those researchers at the U.S.D.A. solved the mite problem through selective breeding. A decade ago I tracked down one of their specific lines called 'VSH Italians', and requeened my entire apiary. I haven't taken any measures to combat mites since. Not one! Reminds me of the years before the arrival of mites. I'm bewildered that mainstream beekeeping is so behind the learning curve...
David, I hear a lot of people talking about these large tablets I believe it’s epic tabs. I don’t know if that’s the right pronunciation. Just wondering if you heard anything about it it’s supposed to help with the Verola mites great videos coming on love to learn that raising queens great videos, Charlie PA
Hello David, thanks for the great video. Thanks to Brother Adam at Buckfast Abbey, who got the tracheal mite under control through breeding. In Germany, where I come from, the "Varroa Resistance 2033" project was founded, with the aim of getting by without Varroa treatment by 2033. The role model is the Luxembourg breeder Paul Jungels, who has already achieved great success in breeding Varroa-resistant bees.
I’m curious why don’t beekeepers in cold regions put their hives in a slightly warmed building for winter, then put them outside in the spring? Wouldn’t a building or barn or little room that is heated to like 40°F or so be easier on the bees? Obviously they would need to have access to the outside for cleansing flights. I’m sure it’s not practical for someone with a lot of hives, but for an amateur/ backyard beekeeper with just a few hives it seems possible to me. - I mean many of us spend money on heated water dishes for pets and livestock. We even have a heated pad for the dogs. Why not something similar for honeybees?
@@beek I have lots of honey but don't see any pollen... do I need to worry? I have ultra bee ready for warmer temps but wondering if I should add now? Still freezing temps here.
@@beekthis will be my 3rd year, 10 hives, WA, treatment free, started with 2 hives, lost one first yr to mites, purchased 3 nucs second yr so started off second yr with 4, caught 2 swarms and did 4 splits do to swarm threats, lost original hiveto starving early spring (robbed by purched hives), 10 healthy hives thanks to brood breaks. You have been my go to guy, thanks for taking the time to help us out 👍 my bees say thank you also.
I think it’s a money scam anyone can create there own VHS queens I have colonies that are pretty VHS you select from your colonies that have low mites all season get queens from that colony the best queens are your local mutts that’s what I think
David you have another Great Video. It warmed up to 31 today. A few bees laying on the snow dead, good sign, starting Sunday cold vortex moving in, negative temperatures. Praying bees will make it, well insulated and WBH on. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND 👍
Steak never makes it home with me LOL I find it odd that new beekeepers on here think they can teach. No names but I know a 3rd year beekeeper that is selling online classes even.
Good point. You cannot apply to be tested as a certified master beekeeper with the Eastern Apicultural Society of North American until you have successfully been keeping be for a minimum of 5 years.
HEY DAVID! Great video. About the VHS queens. I used to think that same thing, that we are a long way off to finding a queen that can become treatment free. But not anymore. There are two companies I know of as know, one in Connecticut, and the other in Florida, that have are bred with both VSH and P-line bees. Now I don't claim to know a ton about P-line, but from what I've learned, when P-line genetics are mixed with VSH, those queens/hives are thriving with zero treatment. These two apiaries I know now are completely treatment free!!!!! They both raise Carniolan queens that are both P-lone and VSH genetics and both apiaries are completely treatment free.
They even go as far as admitting that once their queens are introduced into your hive, there is a huge cleaning out of thousands of infected larva prior to things leveling out. I just ordered three of them. This first company is TheyKeepBees. And the second company that I ordered from in Florida is HoneybeeResearchProject. I'm super excited. I think we are closer than you think. At least I hope so.
Best thing to do is try those queens, and see what happens with mite counts.
@@beek I agree David. I just ordered 5 of them. Excited. They also mentioned that they are so docile that they never suit up nor use smoke. Lets see.
Those researchers at the U.S.D.A. solved the mite problem through selective breeding. A decade ago I tracked down one of their specific lines called 'VSH Italians', and requeened my entire apiary. I haven't taken any measures to combat mites since. Not one! Reminds me of the years before the arrival of mites.
I'm bewildered that mainstream beekeeping is so behind the learning curve...
I am getting 2 nucs of VSH POL-Line 2.2, Cuba didn't treat for mites because the beekeepers couldn't afford it. The bees seem to be manage mites ok.
I've experimented with this line in the past.
David, I hear a lot of people talking about these large tablets I believe it’s epic tabs. I don’t know if that’s the right pronunciation. Just wondering if you heard anything about it it’s supposed to help with the Verola mites great videos coming on love to learn that raising queens great videos, Charlie PA
Yes, you're probably referring to EZ-OX, OA tablets.
Hello David, thanks for the great video. Thanks to Brother Adam at Buckfast Abbey, who got the tracheal mite under control through breeding. In Germany, where I come from, the "Varroa Resistance 2033" project was founded, with the aim of getting by without Varroa treatment by 2033. The role model is the Luxembourg breeder Paul Jungels, who has already achieved great success in breeding Varroa-resistant bees.
I have always enjoyed your videos. Thanks for all you do for the beekeeping community.
Pollen Pants Honey is a great name. It's what we have called our honey 🙂
Out of 3 hives , only the one VSH survived the winter and mites
I’m curious why don’t beekeepers in cold regions put their hives in a slightly warmed building for winter, then put them outside in the spring? Wouldn’t a building or barn or little room that is heated to like 40°F or so be easier on the bees? Obviously they would need to have access to the outside for cleansing flights. I’m sure it’s not practical for someone with a lot of hives, but for an amateur/ backyard beekeeper with just a few hives it seems possible to me. - I mean many of us spend money on heated water dishes for pets and livestock. We even have a heated pad for the dogs. Why not something similar for honeybees?
Do I need to feed if my bees have plenty of honey?
Not as long as they don't run out.
@@beek I have lots of honey but don't see any pollen... do I need to worry? I have ultra bee ready for warmer temps but wondering if I should add now? Still freezing temps here.
@@beekthis will be my 3rd year, 10 hives, WA, treatment free, started with 2 hives, lost one first yr to mites, purchased 3 nucs second yr so started off second yr with 4, caught 2 swarms and did 4 splits do to swarm threats, lost original hiveto starving early spring (robbed by purched hives), 10 healthy hives thanks to brood breaks. You have been my go to guy, thanks for taking the time to help us out 👍 my bees say thank you also.
Hello David. I want to ask if you make yourself fondation bees wax sheets and which masine you use?
Genetics, genetics, genetics.?! Some are onboard, some may not bee 😅.
I think it's a valid avenue!
Bumping the algorithm 👊 thanks David
Me too, but they should throw in Tropilaelaps because in 100 years when VSH works great, there will be something worse like tropilaelaps mites.
David, Re Mark Tyznic’s question, I think he meant do you think the hives combined when he noticed 1 hive empty.
Sorry meant Mat Yeates’ question, David
Awesome video David!
Thanks 🎉 Happy Birthday
Thank you for the birthday wishes!!
I think it’s a money scam anyone can create there own VHS queens I have colonies that are pretty VHS you select from your colonies that have low mites all season get queens from that colony the best queens are your local mutts that’s what I think
David you have another Great Video. It warmed up to 31 today. A few bees laying on the snow dead, good sign, starting Sunday cold vortex moving in, negative temperatures. Praying bees will make it, well insulated and WBH on. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND 👍
Hey Jay. It's about to bet brutal here in Illinois in a few days for several days. -20 below chill factor and 30 mph winds. Brutal!!
Hello David, love your Green chair time. God bless
Steak never makes it home with me LOL I find it odd that new beekeepers on here think they can teach. No names but I know a 3rd year beekeeper that is selling online classes even.
Good point. You cannot apply to be tested as a certified master beekeeper with the Eastern Apicultural Society of North American until you have successfully been keeping be for a minimum of 5 years.