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- Jan 14, 202624 min
The Case FOR Agricultural Subsidies in Commercial Beekeeping
In my last episode, I argued AGAINST the subsidy programs I actually use in my commercial beekeeping operation. Now it's time for my real position.This is the companion to my Devil's Advocate episode on ELAP, NAP, and rainfall index insurance. If you haven't watched that one yet, I'd recommend starting there to get the full context, but this episode stands on its own as my defense of why I use these programs and plan to continue using them.My website: https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog: www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog#beekeeping #commercialbeekeeping #agriculture #subsidies #usda #elap #farmsubsidies #agriculturalpolicy
- Jan 7, 202617 min
Devil's Advocate Episode: The Case Against Agricultural Subsidies for Commercial Beekeeping
Welcome to the first episode of my Devil's Advocate series, where I research and argue for positions I don't personally hold. Today, I'm making the strongest case I can AGAINST the very subsidy programs I use in my own commercial beekeeping operation.In this episode, I argue against ELAP (Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-Raised Fish Program), NAP (Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program), and rainfall index insurance, the three major subsidy programs available to beekeepers.My website: https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog: www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog#beekeeping #commercialbeekeeping #agriculture #subsidies #devilsadvocate #usda #elap #farmsubsidies
- Dec 19, 202518 min
All About Taktic
Taktic. It’s one of the worst-kept secrets in commercial beekeeping… but almost nobody talks about it openly.In this episode of The Pollen Nation Podcast, we dig into the real story behind Taktic and amitraz: why so many beekeepers use it, what makes it so effective, what the risks are, and how it compares to legal products like Apivar and Amiflex.DisclaimerThis episode is for educational and discussion purposes only. Nothing in this video is advice or a recommendation to use any pesticide off label or in violation of local laws and regulations. Always follow the label. Always follow your country’s regulations. Work with your local extension service or bee inspector when designing your treatment plan. The goal of this conversation is to explain what’s happening in the real world, not to encourage unsafe or illegal practices.My website: https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog: www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog
- Dec 6, 202555 min
Queen Rearing Presentation Dothan, AL Bee Club
I give a presentation on the entire queen rearing process at the Wiregrass Beekeepers Association in Dothan, Alabama.My website: https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog: www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog
- Nov 19, 202517 min
HFCS vs Sucrose
If you’ve ever questioned why commercial beekeepers feed high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) instead of sugar syrup, or worried it might end up in the honey, this episode is for you. In this deep dive, I break down the science and economics behind HFCS feeding.My website: https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog: www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlogShow notes: https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/2025/11/18/hfcs-vs-sucrose/#Beekeeping #HFCS #Sucrose #CommercialBeekeeping #BeeHealth #Pollination #HoneyBees #BeekeepingScience #BeeNutrition
- Oct 26, 202511 min
How the Government Shutdown is Affecting Beekeepers
How is the current government shutdown impacting the beekeeping industry?My website:https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog:www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog#Beekeeping #HoneyBees #BeekeepingPodcast #CommercialBeekeeping #WalkInTheWoodsApiary #governmentshutdown
- Oct 21, 202515 min
Bee Probiotics: Marketing Hype vs. Scientific Reality
Can probiotics really make your bees healthier or is it just clever marketing?In this episode, we dig deep into the science behind bee probiotics like SuperDFM and others, breaking down what the peer-reviewed research actually says.My website:https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog:www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog#Beekeeping #HoneyBees #BeeHealth #Probiotics #BeekeepingPodcast #CommercialBeekeeping #BeeScience #SuperDFM #WalkInTheWoodsApiary
- Sep 30, 202513 min
Does Honey Cure Allergies? What the Science Really Says
This video attempts to answer the question if honey helps cure allergy symptoms.My website:https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog:www.youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog
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This is a podcast about beekeeping. I'll be documenting my journey of starting up a commercial apiary, sharing the lessons I have learned, examining cutting edge research in the bee world, and interviewing other beekeepers.Check out my YouTube channel as well:https://youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog?si=F0Co9pfXQeuQ3Fmi
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