Time to order Russian nucleus colonies – S O L D O U T !
Every year Sweet Mountain Farm adds newly certified Russian honeybee stock to its bee yard to diversify the genetic pool. Since demand for Russians far exceeds our supply here in Wisconsin, and we sold out of our stock in August, I offer you the opportunity to purchase certified Russian stock through me. PICK UP ONLY.
SOUTHERN bred stock will be available mid May. This offer is NOT Sweet Mountain Farm’s splits from overwintered Northern colonies.
The advantage is a 2 month jump start in colony build up as splits will be started mid March.
ONE mainland pick up date (TBD- estimate is May 21, 2016 ), four pick up locations; Milwaukee, Green Bay, Sturgeon Bay, and Sister Bay. Date, times, and locations will be communicated via email as soon as a delivery date is confirmed.
I am hopeful, anticipating an abundance of Russian honeybees populating Wisconsin bee yards. Together we can diversify Wisconsin colonies.
Order your colonies online or send me an email with your name, address, pick up location and number of colonies forwarding your payment to the address below.
This Russian nucleus is raised in the South. It is a complete colony with drawn comb and bees in all stages of development.
Each nucleus consists of five frames. One frame is slightly drawn and is used for expansion and transport. Each nucleus will have approximately 2 frames of honey/pollen and 2 frames of brood. More Details
Before purchasing a Russian nucleus colony please read about the significant differences of this honeybee species on this website. Russians require a different management style so please, do your research before you make a purchase!
