Splits & Increases

Join us on March 6th, 2025, at the Ag Building in South Eureka at 6:00  for our next General Meeting! This month’s event will feature Rachael Riggs, who will be diving into the fascinating topic of Hive increases and splits.
Hive splitting involves dividing a single beehive into two or more separate hives, a technique primarily used to prevent swarming and increase colony numbers. Swarming is a natural reproductive process where a portion of the hive, including the queen, leaves to establish a new colony, often leading to reduced resources and productivity in the original hive. By artificially splitting the hive, beekeepers can control this process, ensuring both the parent and daughter colonies have adequate resources and a chance to thrive.