kiwimana Buzz Beekeeping Show - A Beekeeping Podcast/Show

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Randy Oliver from Scientific Beekeeping - KM061 Dec 18, 2014

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This week we are talking to Randy Oliver from California in North America. This is Episode Sixty One of our beekeeping podcast,

You can download the podcast directly HERE, or click on the play button above. Feel free to share it with your friends.

As we all our interviews the views expressed by our guests are the views of our guests, and don’t necessary revert the views of kiwimana.

Introduction

Randy started as a hobbyist beekeeper in 1967. Then went to study biological sciences, specializing in entomology at University.

He uses his Scientific background to investigate current issues facing bees and beekeepers. Randy also writes for the American Bee Journal since 2006

Randy has around 1000 hives that he runs with his two sons in the Grass Valley area of northern California.

Randy also runs the popular website Scientific Beekeeping

Here's What You Will Learn

Randy Oliver does a lot of field trials for companies. He is supported by donations from beekeepers and business’s.
How Randy got started in Beekeeping with a Diving Mask.
What does Randy enjoy about beekeeping
The Internet doesn’t have any editors
Don’t give up on a new treatment that you have only use once. Check that you are using it correctly for your conditions.
What are Randy’s Top three ways to control varroa mites
Stay away from the CheckMite treatment, it’s nasty stuff.
Does America have a true Varroa resistant bee yet?
How Randy keeps his combs fresh
Randy’s thoughts on what causes ‘CCD’
Randy’s thoughts about neonicotinoid pesticides
According to Randy, Why is the Anti-GMO movement misguided
Randy’s plans for next season

What Was Mentioned

Randy’s Favorite book “Beekeeping Tips and Topics by Elbert R. Jaycox”
Francis Saucy: Study small cell beekeeping incorrectly in the Journal of Apiculture Research 2014, can be found HERE
UC Davis report on GMO Livestock can be found HERE
New Zealand story about Cow Deaths Linked to Swedes
Working group has since been setup to investigate cow deaths, more info HERE

Further Listening

In January The organic view hosted a discussion between Randy Oliver and Walter Haefeker “President of the European Professional Beekeepers Association” on the topic of Neonicotinoids. This is well worth a listen:- A Discussion About Neonicotinoids And Bee Losses

The Swinging Sixties – KM060 Dec 04, 2014

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Hi this is Episode Sixty of our beekeeping podcast, This week we are talking about Bumble Bees, Monsanto and How Do Honeybees Smell?

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Cliff Van Eaton - Manuka Honey The Biography - KM059 Nov 13, 2014

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Hi this is Episode Fifty Nine of our beekeeping podcast, This week we are talking to Cliff Van Eaton from Te Puke, New Zealand.

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Swarms Coming Out of Our Ears - KM058 Nov 06, 2014

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Hi this is Episode fifty eight of our beekeeping podcast, This week we are talking about wasps, Chinese beekeeping and swarms.

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Beekeeping in Japan with James Rogers - KM057 Oct 16, 2014

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James is a American Beekeeper who has been living in Japan for the last twelve years, For the last four years has been keeping Bees. Find out what's is like keeping bees in Japan.

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Thyme waits for no Beekeeper - KM056 Oct 02, 2014

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This week we are talking about Less Invasive Beekeeping, Young Chapie beekeepers and Marijuana sting. This is Episode Fifty Six of our beekeeping podcast.

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Researching a Thymol Treatment for Varroa Mites with Ashlee Robison - KM055 Sep 25, 2014

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We talk to Ashlee Robison who is a Senior Chemistry Major studying at Fort Lewis College in Colorado. She is doing research into Thymol use in controlling Varroa Mites.

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Erin Willett Beekeeping at Smaht Fahm - KM054 Sep 11, 2014

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This is Episode fifty four of our beekeeping podcast, This week we are talking to Erin Willett from Smaht Fahm in Ohio.

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The Beekeeping Season 2014 Is Here - KM053 Aug 28, 2014

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The fifty-third Podcast from the Team at kiwimana, hear what we have been up to. This month we talk about Inspection Tips, a Horrible Whodunit and the five regrets dying people have.

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Neonicotinoids a Disaster in the making? - Dr Henk Tennekes - KM052 Aug 14, 2014

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Hi this is Episode fifty two of our beekeeping podcast, This week we are talking to Dr. Henk Tennekes from the Netherlands about Neonicotinoids.

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