Apis Pro Farms

05/16/2026

I was just viciously attacked in my yard!

By a slithering ratchet strap working in cahoots with a mean 4x4 waiting for me.

05/12/2026

Now, this does look like a beekeeping movie!

https://youtu.be/uIuzQeVOsFk?si=Bw_9cVEsbZsFWx0_

12/25/2025

Let our spirits be filled by remembering what this beautiful season is all about, and giving in completely to His love, mercy and the hope it brings to all of us.

Wishing the best for you and your loved ones.

11/12/2025

The Texas Apiculture Program invites you to join us for an exciting webinar!

“Norroa: A Novel Approach to Varroa Mite Control!"
Featuring Adam Pachl from GreenLight Biosciences, who will share new insights and research on this innovative solution for Varroa management.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge strategies to support honey bee health and fight Varroa destructor!

📅 November 14, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM CST

✅ Registration required: https://streamyard.com/watch/2VHtskucgyck

11/06/2025

I guess we are trying this! The efficacy of a simple natural treatment compared to Formic Acid, it is absolutely worth it for us to try.

The document discusses a study evaluating the effectiveness of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) as an eco-friendly alternative for controlling the Varroa destructor mite in honeybee colonies, highlighting its potential benefits for bee health and sustainability in beekeeping.

**Efficacy of Stinging Nettle Against Varroa Mites**

- Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) shows potential as a control agent for Varroa destructor in honeybee colonies.
- Two application methods were tested: 20% w/v ethanolic extract spray and 10 g dried plant smoke.
- Both methods were compared to formic acid, a conventional treatment, in terms of efficacy and bee health.

The Stinging Neddle efficacy: extract= 88.93% , smoke= 76.28% no dead bees
Formic Acid=100% kills some bees, known to sometimes affect or even kill queens.

The parasitic mite Varroa destructor poses a significant threat to honeybee (Apis mellifera L.) colonies, leading to substantial losses in the beekeeping industry worldwide. This study evaluated the efficacy of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) as a potential control agent for Varroa mites. Two app...

10/24/2025

The NJ Department of Agriculture and USDA released the statement about the swarm carrying the Tropilaelaps and another mite which was present on a cargo ship to arrive to a NJ port. Disclosing the event and remediation.

09/07/2025

🐝 Big step forward! Completed the first Instrumental Insemination course by Texas A&M Extension Apiculture program, Directed by Dr. Garrett Slater. What began as a refresher became a huge upgrade in knowledge & techniques.

Equally exciting: I launched the first II Breeders Consortium with full support from Dr. Slater & fellow breeders. Proud to lead this new chapter in advancing bee genetics! 🌍✨

08/10/2025

I couldn't be any happier today!!!

This is my very first Intrumentally Inseminated queen!

My gorgeous queen right after the procedure. Thanks and kudos to my sensei . I couldn't find a better instructor if I try, Thank you!.

Yet another day learning tons of new stuff, amazing feeling.

08/10/2025

I couldn't be any happier today!!!

This is my very first Intrumentally Inseminated queen!

My gorgeous queen right after the procedure. Thanks and kudos to my sensei Jason Bragg , couldn't find a better instructor if I try, Thank you!.

Yet another day learning tons of new stuff, amazing feeling.