Best for Bees

04/24/2026

As someone who sells products to hobby beekeepers I may be shooting myself in the foot!

I’ve been saying this for years.

I’ll say it again. Beekeeping is farming. It is not a hobby. And it’s very complicated.

Don’t get bees. If you want them, get an apprenticeship working for a beekeeper. Then get bees.

Love to argue! Go ahead!

Really though - as always sending all the love to you!

04/14/2026

It was bumblebee day!

Because Haskap is one of our earliest berries - sometimes there’s a shortage of pollinators.

Never fear, the bumblebees are here!

Bumblebees will fly in cold, rain, and wind. And they’re pretty much the best pollinators. If you haven’t seen them shake a move you should check that out!

Love doing the annual setup so they have plenty of Haskaps for pies, jams, and ice cream!

04/14/2026

Today I went to put out some bumblebees on the haskap - expecting it to be pouring down rain.

I also happen to have an apiary at the farm - and with the deep, deep snow I had not been able to get out to check on the bees before I left the country 3 weeks ago.

It was beautiful sunshine and I do an impromptu check on the apiary - and decided to film it!

Share in my joy! It’s a completely unplanned visit to the apiary.

Always the hardest part of the season is finding out if your bees lived or died. I sometimes avoid the walk longer than I should - although less attached than I was years ago.

I had massive losses at this apiary last year, and it was devastating So having more survive from a mere 5 hives going into winter at this location was a huge win!

Overall a good survival year!

Bring on bee season!

03/17/2026

It has been a hot minute since I made a video!

But I couldn’t resist - I got honey in the mail from Sandy at Kurwood Farm.

This was an absolutely delightful honey! I love how honey just shows up in the mail….the best gift!

03/14/2026

We love it when shopping at our local stores and see a shout out for our honey! Thanks for your support of local honey!

Great for you and just plain yummy, make sure to support your local beekeeper!

02/15/2026

It has been 4 years since we launched ProtectaBEE!

It is amazing seeing them the world over - protecting bees and simplifying beekeeping.

Check out our website if you want to learn more: https://bestforbees.com

01/22/2026

Looking forward to this talk at the The 2026 Guelph Organic Conference!

🐝 Pollinators & Organic Farms: Making the Connection

Small but mighty, pollinators play a huge role in our food systems! Join us Wednesday, Jan 28 at the Guelph Organic Conference for a practical workshop with Briann Dorin, Postdoctoral Researcher at York University.

Learn how to:
🌱 Support key pollinators on working lands
🌱 Boost farm resilience and productivity
🌱 Apply research-backed, farm-friendly strategies
🌱 Tap into useful resources for growers and gardeners

Whether you’re a farmer, gardener, or curious about protecting pollinators, this session is packed with actionable insights.

📅 Plus, stick around for the Trade Show to connect with farmers, suppliers, and experts!

🎟 Included with your GOC ticket – grab yours now!

https://guelphorganicconf.ca/pages/2026-tickets

12/22/2025

I think over 1000 downloads of our paper should be celebrated - what do you think?

Published it 15 months ago…so 46% of all articles since that journal has been keeping track also feels good.

Congrats to my team!

If you’re interested and want to help us rack up even more stats check it out!

Link in comments

12/09/2025

I’be been in the Dominican for two weeks now.

It’s warm - there are some flowers - and I expected so many bees.

Yesterday I found my first bee on the beach.

And that’s all I have to say about that.

12/04/2025

This is a good one Bee-ing Apis!

"(Api)Therapy" developed with West Virginia Beekeepers Association custom comic auction winner Jasmine Steptoe

12/04/2025

In case you didn’t know…this is one thing I’m thrilled to be involved in organizing for a second year (out of the 45 it has been running!). Hope you can join Organic Council of Ontario in Guelph, Ontario, Canada in January 2026!

📣📣Tickets for the 2026 Guelph Organic Conference are now on sale and you're invited to be part of a landmark year for organic in Canada!📣📣

This year’s theme, 💚Where Roots Meet Renewal💚, celebrates where we've come from and where we're boldly headed next. It's a gathering build around legacy, leadership, and a bright new era for the organic movement.🌱

New Program Highlights You Won’t Want to Miss:

🌱View the Farm as a Living Organism with Cory Eichman

🧑‍🌾Build Soil Health in Organic Systems with Dr. Erin Silva

🪴Explore Ecological Strategies with Scott “Data” Walker

What’s new and what to look forward to:

🍓Inspiring speakers & dynamic panels
🥕Expanded networking and exhibitor spaces
🛍️Tuesday Evening Trade-Show Hours
🚙Easier parking
🫑A refreshed conference experience from start to finish

This Is Where Roots Meet Renewal

A new venue in Downtown Guelph. A deeper connection to community. A more accessible, welcoming experience for farmers, processors, supporters, and first-time attendees. And still the high-quality programming you expect from Canada’s longest-running organic conference.

Get your tickets now. https://guelphorganicconf.ca/pages/2026-tickets

12/03/2025

Talk to your local beekeeper - people love honey gifts! Extra special - some comb honey or beeswax candles.

Support your local businesses

Your local artists

Your local experiences

Buy from reputable thrift stores

I really mean it this year - do it!!!!!!!