Honey Production
Rayann Wilcox, owner of RC’s Bees LLC in West Michigan, shares her experiences managing over 280 beehives and producing raw local honey. Starting at age 14, she has grown her operation through personal interactions at markets. Despite the demanding schedule, she finds fulfillment in the work and customer loyalty.
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In a recent Bee Culture Magazine article, experienced beekeeper Richard Wahl details the Demaree vertical split technique to prevent swarming without expanding hive numbers. Developed in the late 19th century, this method separates brood areas while keeping the colony intact. Wahl shares steps and tips based on his years of mentoring new beekeepers.