Happy Thanksgiving! In this special episode, we take a moment to express gratitude for our incredible community of listeners and beekeeping enthusiasts. After some holiday cheer, I dive into your questions from the Discord room, tackling key topics for beekeepers at all levels:

• Should you invest in “fancy” bee packages from top-tier suppliers like Randy Oliver and Michael Palmer?
• When starting a new hive, is it better to buy a queen in early spring or let your bees do the work?
• What happens when you put swarm cells in a nuc? Will the queens fight it out, and how can you manage mated queens until you're ready to use or sell them?

Whether you’re wondering about the best way to source your bees, planning your next queen rearing project, or just looking for some beekeeping inspiration this holiday season, this episode has you covered. It’s a mix of practical advice and fun discussions to keep your beekeeping journey buzzing along.

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