Hives Manawatu

Did you know you can help the Bees by planting a Bee-Friendly garden! 🌸 Our bees do a lot for us, so why not help them in return? Planting bee-friendly flowers in your garden can make a big difference to local bee populations. Here are some of their favorites: 🌼 Lavender 🌼 Rosemary 🌼 Wildflowers Pro Tip: The more diverse your plants, the more bees you'll attract! 🌿 How bee-friendly is your garden? Share your garden pics in the comments!

Our local honey is more than just delicious—it's a taste of nature straight from our hives. Made from bees that forage right here in the Manawatu, our honey is packed with natural goodness and unique flavors. What's not to love about it? ✔️ Sustainably sourced ✔️ Perfect for cooking, baking, or drizzling ✔️ Delicious on a hot piece of toast ✔️ A perfect substitute for sugar ✔️ Full of natural antioxidants We get a lot of good feedback that our Kelvin Grove honey is very popular in hot drinks, the perfect sweetener to a hot cuppa. Tap the link to bring a jar of nature's sweetness into your home today! https://hives.nz/products/kelvin-grove-liquid-urban-honey #naturalsweetner #naturalsweetener #local #localfood #localbusiness #supportlocal #beekeeping #BeeAware

Did you know? Over 1/3 of the food we eat is pollinated by bees! From fruits and veggies to nuts and coffee, bees play a vital role in our food supply, including the breakfast you had this morning! Without them, many of our favorite foods wouldn’t exist! Help us spread the buzz about protecting our bees! Comment below with your favorite bee-pollinated food and tag a friend who loves nature! Let’s build a bee-loving community together! 💛 Follow us for more fun facts, bee-saving tips, and exclusive giveaways! 🌼🍯 #savethebees #BeeAware #beekeeping #supportlocal

Bee Fact! Did you know, Bees sting primarily for self-defense or to protect their hive. The are defensive little creatures, opposed to aggressive (which many people assume) Bees are highly protective of their hive, which contains their queen, eggs, honey, and brood. When they sense a threat, such as a predator or human approaching too closely, they may sting to defend it. Self-Defense: When a bee feels physically threatened (e.g., swatted at or stepped on), it may sting as a last resort to protect itself. Honeybees die after stinging because their barbed stingers get stuck in the skin of mammals, causing the bee to tear its abdomen when it flies away. Despite this, they will sacrifice themselves for the protection of their colony. Other bee species, like bumblebees, have smooth stingers and can sting multiple times without dying. Bees will only sting if they feel threatened or have been provoked, as they prefer to focus on foraging and supporting their hive. So if you see a bee, give it some space to work its magic - the worse thing you can do it try and swat it!

🐝💧 Did You Know? Bees Are Attracted to the Smell of Chlorine! 💧🐝 It’s true—bees are often drawn to the smell of chlorine, mistaking it for a natural water source. This can lead them to pools or spa pools, where they might risk drowning while trying to hydrate. As much as we love our buzzing friends, we definitely don’t want them taking a dip in the pool! Here’s how you can help: - Provide Bee-Friendly Water Sources: Place shallow dishes with fresh water and pebbles or floating objects like corks for bees to safely land on and drink. - Add a Splash of Salt or Sugar: Bees are more attracted to water with slight mineral content. Adding a tiny pinch of salt or sugar can draw them away from chlorinated pools. - Cover Your Pool When Not in Use: This prevents bees from mistaking your pool for a safe spot to drink. Let’s work together to keep our busy pollinators safe and hydrated! 🐝💦 #BeeSafe #SaveTheBees #BeekeeperTips #ProtectOurPollinators

🌼🐝 Happy Bee Awareness Month! 🐝🌼 At Hives Manawatu, bees are more than just little buzzers—they're the heartbeat of our gardens and the secret behind our delicious honey. This month, we’re celebrating these amazing pollinators that make our community bloom. Follow along for fun facts, tips & tricks, delish recipes and even a very exciting giveaway! Did you know that one-third of the food we eat depends on bees? From the Manawatu hives to your home, we’re committed to protecting these vital creatures. Join us in spreading the buzz about how we can all support bee populations—whether it’s planting bee-friendly flowers, looking after our buzzy friends or simply enjoying the fruits of their labor. Let’s give a shout-out to the bees that keep our world thriving! 🐝💛 #BeeAwareness #supportlocal #savethebees #beekeepersofinstagram #TasteTheDifference #sharethebuzz #SupportSmallBusiness #SaveTheBees #BeeFriendlyGardens

🐝✨ Did you know bees have their own version of reusable shopping bags? When bees collect pollen, they pack it onto their hind legs, creating very fashionable “pollen pants” to carry back to the hive. They use the protein rich pollen as food for their baby bees. These hardworking pollinators are essential for our flowers, fruits, and veggies to thrive! 🌿🍎🥕 Next time you see a bee with its legs loaded up, give them a mental high five for their efforts. They’re doing incredible work to keep our world blooming and our bellies full. #PollenPants #BeeMagic #SaveTheBees #PollinatorHeroes #BeeFriendlyGardens

🐝 Dive into the fascinating world of worker bees! 🌼 Ever wondered what keeps a beehive buzzing? 🍯 Let’s take a peek behind the scenes: Meet the MVPs of the hive - the worker bees! 🌟 From dawn till dusk, these incredible insects are the heartbeat of the hive. They’re the ones you see darting from flower to flower, but their job is so much more than just collecting nectar. 🌸 🔍 So, what exactly do they do? Here’s the buzz: 1. **Nectar Gatherers**: Worker bees are nature’s ultimate collectors. They zip around, sipping nectar from flowers with their straw-like tongues and storing it in their honey stomachs. 2. **Honey Makers**: Back at the hive, they transform that nectar into liquid gold - honey! 🍯 With precise teamwork, they evaporate the excess moisture from the nectar, creating the sweet elixir we all know and love. 3. **Builders & Architects**: Need a new honeycomb? No problem! Worker bees are master builders. They secrete beeswax from their bodies and mold it into intricate hexagonal cells, perfect for storing honey, pollen, and raising baby bees. 4. **Nursemaids**: Ever heard of “bee daycare”? Well, that’s essentially what these multitasking marvels do. Worker bees take turns caring for the growing larvae, feeding them a special mixture of honey and pollen called “royal jelly.” 5. **Guardians of the Hive**: Safety first! Worker bees also serve as the hive’s security detail, standing guard at the entrance and fending off intruders with their stingers. 🌟 Talk about a full-time job! So next time you see a busy bee buzzing by, remember, they’re not just gathering nectar - they’re keeping the hive thriving! Can you spot the bush guard bees in the video? 🌺🐝 #WorkerBees #HiveHeroes #Nature’sMarvels 🌿

Vibes from the hive today - our wee mates popping up to say hello #bees #local #manawatu #manawatufoodstories

We love an honest review! Here’s what Felicia Aull had to say about our Feilding honey.