Honey Bee Nucleus Colonies: Spring 2026

Price range: $350.00 through $385.00

Your nuc colony will contain:

  • A 2026 Varroa Sensitive Hygiene (VSH) & Selective Breeding mated queen
  • 3-4 Inner deep frames of brood in all stages (egg, larvae & pupae) and bees
  • 1-2 Outer deep frames contain honey, pollen, and adhering bees
  • Wall-to-Wall bees
  • 5 frame nucs will come in either pro-nuc boxes or jester boxes
  • 6 frame nucs will come in a reusable wooden box, perfect for swarm traps or making your own nucs

Nucs are tentatively scheduled for PICKUP ONLY  on April 11-12 and May 15-16.  .  Additional information and confirmation on pick-up dates and times will be provided by mid-March.

This year we are offering 5 frame ($350) and 6 frame nucs ($385). Select your nuc size and pick up dates from the options below.

Keep in mind you will need to transfer the frames from your nuc into hive bodies. You can stop by our shop work with a beekeeper to get what you need or you can order and pay for your equipment online in advance.

**Refunds are not available on nucs**

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Additional information

Pick Up Date and type

May 15-16 **5 frame, April 11-12 **5 frame, April 11-12 **6 frame