07/03/2026
🐝🌼 March Jobs for Bees (and Beekeepers!) 🌼🐝
Spring is finally arriving and the hive is coming back to life! As temperatures rise above 12°C, we can start those all-important first inspections of the year. Here’s what March looks like in the apiary:
🍯 Check food stores – colonies can run low before the first nectar flow, so fondant or light syrup may still be needed.
👑 First full inspection – confirm the queen is present and laying, check brood pattern, and assess overall colony strength.
🐝 Monitor pests – keep an eye on Varroa levels as brood rearing increases.
🧹 Clean & prepare equipment – repair frames, scorch boxes, remove mouse guards, and get supers ready.
🌸 Watch colony growth – expanding populations may need extra space soon to prevent early swarming.
📓 Plan ahead – review records and prepare your swarm management strategy before things get busy.
March is all about careful checks, steady preparation, and supporting strong spring build-up 💛 The work we do now sets the tone for the whole season ahead.
Are your bees bringing in pollen yet? 🐝✨
