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To Swarm or Not To Swarm

On April 30, 2019April 30, 2019 By KatkootIn Beekeeping Update, Katkoot does Volunteering1 Comment

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all Happy Easter for the weekend just passed, and "Christ has arisen!" for those back home, who have just celebrated Easter this Sunday. In Cyprus, Christian Orthodox, celebrate Easter on the 28th of April (in case you were wondering about my comment). I spent my …

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The Pear Tree is Alive!

On April 5, 2019 By KatkootIn Personal Notes4 Comments

I have been watching the pear tree at the back of our garden for a couple of weeks now. I have been waiting for that moment when the bare branches get a light green hue on their tips. Then I watched slowly as the green showed signs of white; white, little flowers. Until the wait …

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Building of a Hive pt. II

On April 2, 2019 By KatkootIn Beekeeping Update4 Comments

As I write this I am excited to announce that the new hive is finally finished! It has only taken a few bruised thumbs, some ringing ears, a trusty hammer (and partner) and a lot of patience! 😊 I am also super duper excited to announce that a sunny day did finally arrive amongst the …

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Heather Honey

On March 14, 2019 By KatkootIn Honey Review, Reviews2 Comments

I had not had Heather honey before coming to the UK. In fact, I had never had this honey until I joined the Association for a Taster Beekeeping Day where we were offered to try several specialty honeys. It was also explained to me just how special the Heather honey is, with local beekeepers transporting …

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Celebrating Queens among the Bees!

On March 8, 2019March 6, 2019 By KatkootIn Personal Notes2 Comments

As this is International Women's Week, I thought to dedicate a small article in celebrating the female guardians of bees. Especially important this month is March the 8th, International Women’s Day. In honor of this day, I would like to celebrate all women beekeepers and affiliates who are playing such an important part in saving …

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It’s been a while…

On March 7, 2019March 8, 2019 By KatkootIn Beekeeping Update, Personal Notes2 Comments

You must be wondering where I have been all this time, what I have been up to instead of right here, sharing my news with you. There has not been much buzz over this side of the screen other than, this: Cambrian Rally 2019 I have been travelling a little further than 3 miles from …

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