kiwimana Buzz Beekeeping Show - A Beekeeping Podcast/Show

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The Greatest Beekeeper in Sheffield - We talk to Chris Brown - KM111 Aug 16, 2017

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Chris was born in kiwi Nirvania land but now lives in Sheffield, England "officially Europe's greenest city" with his lovely wife Laura. Chris has been beekeeping for three years at Britmana HQ.

We met Chris and Laura when they came to New Zealand for the Honeymoon. Their Son Jasper was born January 2017, Chris only makes him now work in the apiary in the weekends.

Here is what you will discover (Now with Times!!!)

For your reference we now include times for the conversation points, Some podcast players allow you to click on the times to jump to that section.

How Long Has Chris Been Beekeeping 03:51
Does Laura Get involved with the Bees 07:24
What is an allotment 09:06
How did it feel to win the best Honey Award in Sheffield 13:37
Does Chris produce Heather Honey 15:44
What does heather Honey taste like 22:02
What Excites Chris about Beekeeping 25:52
What was Chris’s first Book about Beekeeping 29:42
Did a Bee Club Help Chris? 31:13
What do you think is the biggest issue facing bees in Sheffield 36:39
How can we encourage Younger Beekeepers 37:38
Chris Plans for the coming Season 40:49
When is Chris moving to New Zealand 42:53
What’s the Best way to get in touch with Chris 44:01
How Long is the bee Season in Sheffield 46:40

Resources mentioned in the show

Follow Chris on Instagram HERE
Follow Chris on Twitter HERE

Full Show Notes are HERE

The Hibernation is Over - KM110 Aug 02, 2017

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This week we are back from Hibernation! We missed you!

This episode we are talking about Common Beekeeping Mistakes and can you really eat Crystallised Honey? New ideas on a common question. This is Episode One Hundred and Ten of our beekeeping podcast.

Here is what we discussed *Now with Times*

Top three Blog Posts Last Month 08:23
5 Common Beekeeping Mistakes Keeping Backyard Bees 10:06
Crystallised Honey - Is it OK to eat? 15:02
Beehive thief shown mercy and gets community work 18:59
Have These Kids Found a Way to Kill Varroa? 21:48
Best Homemade Protein Patty Recipe for Honey Bees 25:18
The Life Cycle of a Baby Bee 30:56
Questions from you 34:12
Random Review - Who won this week?35:36
Feedback from you guys 37:09
News About the Bonus Show 38:48
Whats on the next Show? 39:39

The Full Show Notes for this show are HERE

It’s Winter Time - Season Ending Show - KM109 May 24, 2017

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This week we are talking about New Rules, Counterfeit, when Beeing copied is not necessarily the Best form of Flattery, the Sum of Sugar and Honey, and Northland Numbers Stack up for Whanau. This is Episode One Hundred and Nine of our beekeeping podcast.

Stories discussed this month were:-

Full Show Notes can be found HERE

Beekeeping for Dummies we talk to Author Howland Blackiston - KM108 May 17, 2017

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This week we are talking to Howland Blackiston from Connecticut in the USA. This is Episode One Hundred and Eight of our beekeeping podcast.

Howland Blackiston has been keeping bees since 1984. He's written many articles on beekeeping and appeared on dozens of television and radio programs. He is also the author of Beekeeping for Dummies series of books.

Resources Mentioned in the Show

You can find Howland on Twitter HERE
The Beekeeping for Dummies web site is HERE
The Beekeeping for Dummies Videos are HERE

The Full Show Notes are HERE

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Boundary Beekeeping Battles - KM107 May 03, 2017

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Hi,

Thanks for downloading our podcast!!!

Here is the latest podcast from the Team at kiwimana.

This week we are talking about Proposed Manuka Rules and a new mite threat to look out for ( as if we haven't got enough to lookout for !! ). This is Episode One Hundred and Seven of our beekeeping podcast.

This week we discuss these stories:-

We hope you enjoy the show and thanks for subscribing to our show.

Gary and Margaret kiwimana Buzz Beekeeping Podcast

Why should you keep Beekeeping Records with James Wilkes from Hive Tracks - KM106 Apr 19, 2017

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This week we are talking to James Wilkes from North Carolina all about Bees and Hive Tracks. We discuss why keeping records of your inspections is a vital skill. This is Episode One Hundred and six of our beekeeping podcast.

Resources mentioned in the show

Hilary’s - Girl Next Door Honey article on how she uses HiveTracks HERE
The Hive Track Twitter Feed
Hive Tracks Facebook Page is HERE
Hive Tracks Youtube Channel is located HERE
James Family Farm can be found HERE

Full Show Notes are HERE

If you would like to give Hive Tracks a go for Two Weeks *No Credit Card Required*. If you decide to keep Hive Tracks you will also be helping kiwimana.

Get your free fortnight HERE (No credit card needed)

Battling for Honey Gold - KM105 Apr 05, 2017

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This week we are talking about Winter Storage, Mites may not be the issue and Beekeeping in Prisons. This is Episode One Hundred and Five of our beekeeping podcast.

These are the stories we talked about this time:-

Full Show notes can be located HERE

Swarm Trapping bees with a Mobile Swarm Trap - Michael Jordan - KM104 Mar 15, 2017

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This week we are talking to Michael Jordan from Wyoming. We talk about Bee swarms and how to catch them. Michael also explains how to build his Mobile Swarm Trap. This is Episode One hundred and four of our beekeeping podcast.

Resources mentioned in the show

Follow Michael on FaceBook HERE
Longmire (TV series)

Full Show Notes can be found HERE

Slow go on the Honey Flow - KM103 Mar 01, 2017

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This week we are talking about Huge Wasp Nests and a Terrible Honey season Downunder. This is Episode One Hundred and three of our beekeeping podcast.

Thank you for listening to our show, we know life is busy for you so appreciate you have taken the time to join us today.

Here are some of the Beekeeping Stories we talked about this time:-

The Full Show Notes can be found HERE

Saving the Bees in Australia with Simon Mulvany - KM102 Feb 15, 2017

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This week we are talking to Simon Mulvany from Save the Bees in Australia. This is Episode One Hundred and two of our beekeeping podcast.

Resources mentioned in the show

Comvita signs deal with Capilano
Great article from Kangaroo Court of Australia about the Simons Case HERE
Do your beekeepers use antibiotics? Find out HERE
Simon's Local Honey Map
Simon's Save The Bees Facebook page is HERE
Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids in Honey Article:- Australian honey could be making us sick

The Full Show Notes can bee found HERE

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