Forester Farms and Apiary

08/11/2026

🐝 Forester Farms & Apiary

August 2026 Newsletter

Hello, Beekeepers!

August is here, and while the summer honey flow is winding down, there is still plenty to do in the bee yard. This is one of the most important months of the year for preparing healthy colonies for fall and winter.

Store Hours

Tuesday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday & Monday: Closed (Call for availability)

In Stock

- Local Raw Honey

- Honey Comb

- Queens

- New Country Organics Feeds

- Varroa Mite Treatments

- Hive Equipment

- Protective Clothing

- Bottling Supplies

August Beekeeping Tips

- Monitor Varroa mite levels and treat when needed.

- Check food stores—many areas experience a nectar dearth this time of year.

- Reduce hive entrances if robbing becomes a problem.

- Combine weak colonies if necessary.

- Make sure your bees have a dependable water source.

- Begin thinking ahead to fall feeding and winter preparation.

Healthy bees going into fall make healthy bees coming out in the spring!

Thank You!

We sincerely appreciate your continued support of Forester Farms & Apiary. Whether you're just getting started or have kept bees for years, we're here to help.

Stop by the store, give us a call, or just come in and talk bees!

Have a safe and productive August!

Forester Farms & Apiary

Rossville, Georgia

08/11/2026

06/30/2026

STORE WILL BE CLOSED

For Vacation
From
July 4th through July 13th
We will reopen Tuesday, July 14th

Thank you for your understanding!

Click here for an update from Forester Farms and Apiary!

06/20/2026

All set up at the market on the square today. Come by and see us.

06/03/2026

New Summer Store Hours

Please note our updated store hours effective immediately:
Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to serving all your beekeeping, honey, and farm supply needs.
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New Country Organics Feed Now Available!
We're excited to offer New Country Organics animal feed at Forester Farms & Apiary.
New Country Organics provides high-quality, certified organic feeds for poultry and other livestock. If you're looking for premium nutrition for your animals, stop by the store and check out our selection.
To learn more about the products available, visit:
newcountryorganics.com (http://www.newcountryorganics.com)
Ask us about ordering special products for your farm!

We are happy to announce that Queens will be available on Friday afternoon.
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How Are the Bees Doing?

June is one of the busiest months in the beeyard. Colonies should be growing rapidly, gathering nectar, and producing honey. Many beekeepers are seeing strong brood patterns and increasing hive populations as the summer honey flow continues.
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What Should Beekeepers Be Doing This Time of Year?

✔ Monitor honey supers and add additional supers as needed.
✔ Watch for signs of swarming, especially in strong colonies.
✔ Ensure hives have adequate ventilation during hot weather.
✔ Continue checking for queen performance and healthy brood patterns.
✔ Keep an eye out for small hive beetles and other pests.
✔ Make sure colonies have a reliable water source nearby.
✔ Begin thinking ahead about late-summer mite management plans.
Regular inspections now can help ensure strong, productive colonies throughout the remainder of the season.
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Thank You!

We truly appreciate your business and support. Whether you're a new beekeeper, a seasoned beekeeper, or simply enjoy local honey and farm products, we're grateful to have you as part of the Forester Farms & Apiary family.
We look forward to seeing you soon!