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Patrick DawkinsSep 1, 202311 minThe Pragmatic BeekeeperThis spring is the first for 26 years that Tauranga beekeeper Dennis Crowley will not be in the business of bees. We take a look back...
Maggie JamesOct 1, 20226 min161 Years of NZ Beekeeping in The Blood: Symes ApiariesJohn Syme spent all his working life as a beekeeper and, at 82, he still keeps his hand it. Quite simply, it's in the blood...
Maggie JamesFeb 2, 20228 minBrand New Buildings: 30 Years of Hives, Honey and Hard WorkLike any beekeeper who has three decades in business, Jeff Brand has seen the ups and downs of the industry...