04/12/2026
After spending the last couple days going through my bee hives I can say this is right around the corner!
The colonies are already rapidly increasing their numbers which leads to an overpopulation in the colony. To correct this overpopulation, the colony will split into two or more colonies, called a swarm, and leave the hive. This is the colonies natural way of reproducing and increasing their overall numbers.
When a swarm leaves the hive, it will usually congregate in a local area and begin looking for a new home, usually on a tree branch or other structure. They may stay there for a couple hours to a day. If you see one of these swarms do not be alarmed. Swarms are usually very docile and will not bother people in the area.
If you are out and see a swarm, or hear of one from your friends, please give us a call. As part of the farm, we always have room available to house new colonies of bees and have the equipment to come out and collect them and rehome them in our apiary. The process usually only takes about 15 to 30 minutes (depending on their location) and is personally, I think is fun to watch. Feel free to give us a call at 937-604-1562 if you find yourself in this situation.
