-- Meyer Bees, a premier provider of honeybee packages, nucs, queens, and beekeeping supplies across Chicagoland, has announced the 2025 season availability of their Russian queen bees. These queens, known for their natural resilience and strong hygienic traits, are now available for pre-order and will be ready for pickup beginning late March 2025, with shipping to commence in early May, depending on weather conditions.
“Our Russian queen bees have consistently demonstrated excellent wintering ability, strong mite resistance, and a balanced approach to brood rearing,” said a spokesperson for Meyer Bees. “They are a practical option for beekeepers seeking sustainable solutions to combat parasitic threats while maintaining a productive colony.”
Russian queen bees offered by Meyer Bees come mated and marked in a secure 3-hole cage, accompanied by queen candy and attendant bees. This bee stock originates from a genetic line with natural resistance to varroa and tracheal mites—critical challenges facing modern apiculture. These bees have shown a multi-faceted defense system that includes grooming behaviors targeting mites, hygienic uncap-and-remove responses to infested brood cells, and adaptive reproductive pacing based on nectar and pollen availability.
These bees are also noted for their frugality—exhibiting restrained brood production during times of nectar dearth, thus conserving resources and strengthening winter survival. Despite their conservative tendencies, colonies headed by these queens expand rapidly when conditions become favorable, maximizing foraging during peak flow periods. Beekeepers have remarked on their quiet temperament during off-seasons, attributing this to improved energy preservation and overall colony longevity.
With their integrated resistance strategies and economic brood management, Russian queen bees offer a compelling choice for both new and experienced beekeepers seeking hardy stock that supports long-term sustainability. Meyer Bees’ approach aligns with evolving beekeeping practices focused on natural resilience and reduced chemical dependency.
Meyer Bees operates from its Minooka, Illinois, facility, serving both hobbyist and commercial beekeepers throughout the Midwest. The company supplies a wide selection of beekeeping essentials, including honeybee packages, nucleus colonies (nucs), queen bees of various strains, and comprehensive hive setup materials. Their offerings support year-round beekeeping operations with pickup and shipping schedules tailored to seasonal demands.
About Us: Meyer Bees is a trusted name in beekeeping, offering high-quality honeybee packages, nucs, queen bees, and essential supplies throughout Chicagoland and surrounding areas. With a showroom, blog, and online store, Meyer Bees provides practical resources for beginners and professionals alike. Their focus on strong genetics and sustainable practices reflects a commitment to healthy bee populations and thriving apiaries across the region.
Contact Info:
Name: Dave Meyer
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Organization: Meyer Bees
Address: Meyer Bees, 2021 Holt Road, Minooka IL 60447
Phone: 815-521-9116
Website: https://meyerbees.com/
Release ID: 89173375
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