7 Essential Tips for Overwintering Beehives Successfully

Learn essential September beekeeping techniques in this 18-minute educational video focused on preparing honey bee colonies for successful overwintering. Discover how to identify and capitalize on goldenrod flows, manage varroa mites, prevent robbing, handle yellow jacket problems, and strengthen weak colonies. Master critical tasks like equalizing hives, implementing proper overwinter configurations, and utilizing candy boards and shims. Gain practical insights on feeding strategies, late-season swarming prevention, and combining colonies in cold northern climates. Connect with an experienced Michigan beekeeper who shares proven methods for winterizing hives and ensuring colony survival through the challenging winter months.