by Wolf, Paula | Oct 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
We don’t often get a new tool in the fight against Varroa but at the end of September, the EPA approved a new miticide called Norroa. This works in a very different way than miticides we’ve seen in the past. In fact, it isn’t technically even a...
by Wolf, Paula | Oct 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Greetings to All BYBA Members! Here we are nearing the conclusion of another beekeeping season. It’s time to take stock of everything we’ve learned. It’s time to stop feeling guilty about mistakes we made, because we’re smarter now, hopefully. And it’s time to tidy up...
by Wolf, Paula | Jun 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Hi Everyone! We are in that magic time of year when it’s easy to be a “good” beekeeper. All of our neighbors’ flowers and shrubs are blooming, it seems! The bees are going full bore. It makes you wonder whether they realize that 90% of their resources for the year...
by Wolf, Paula | Feb 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Picture writing the numbers 1 to 5 in a horizontal line, from smallest to largest. Where did you put 1? If you placed 1 on the left and 5 on the right, you share this preference with most humans. Humans are not alone in this preference. Some other primates, and even...
by Wolf, Paula | Feb 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Connecticut requires every beekeeper to register their colonies each year. This is free and is a service to the beekeeper. Registered beekeepers: Can be notified of pest or disease outbreaks in their area Have access to advice and free inspections with the State...
by Wolf, Paula | Feb 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Monthly Meetings – 2025 BYBA Meetings begin at 7 PM to allow time for socializing with your fellow beekeepers. Speaker Presentations begin at 7:30 pm. These meetings are held the last Tuesday of most months at the Norfield Church Community Room; 64 Norfield Road,...