A Journey of Innovation in Beekeeping

The Importance of Innovation in Beekeeping and Livestock

The Importance of Innovation in Beekeeping and Livestock

Innovation in beekeeping has deep roots. From 19th-century hive designs to 21st-century smart sensors and cordless treatments, beekeepers and inventors around the world have continuously found ways to improve the health, productivity, and sustainability of the hive. In this blog we explore the importance of innovation for those working with all livestock, and especially of some of the most impactful tools, technologies, and breakthroughs that have shaped modern beekeeping and continue to be developed for the modern day beekeeper.

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Spring Buzz – A Quick Guide for Mid-Atlantic Beekeepers

Spring Buzz – A Quick Guide for Mid-Atlantic Beekeepers

Discover what early spring activity means for your honey bee colonies. Learn how to identify key signs like pollen foraging, brood rearing, and swarm preparation — and get actionable tips on hive inspections, feeding, varroa mite treatments, and spring beekeeping success in the Mid-Atlantic and beyond.

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Lorob Bees: Innovating for the Future of Beekeeping

Lorob Bees: Innovating for the Future of Beekeeping

Lorob Bees started as beekeepers with a mission—to take better care of our pollinators. That mission has led us beyond beekeeping and into engineering, research, and product development. While we continue to support the beekeeping community with innovative tools and resources, we are also expanding our role as a hub for knowledge, research, and collaboration. From launching a public beekeeping survey to developing new hive management solutions, our focus remains on empowering beekeepers with better information and better tools. We're excited for what's ahead!

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Oxalic Acid just got BETTER & Cheaper!

Oxalic Acid just got BETTER & Cheaper!

For years, beekeepers were stuck paying high prices for oxalic acid treatments due to an unchallenged monopoly. But now, a veteran-owned U.S. company, EZ-OX, has stepped up to offer an affordable, EPA-certified solution. Learn how we’re fighting back against the high costs and making it easier—and cheaper—for beekeepers to protect their hives.

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Revolutionizing Hive IQ: A New Solution for Safe Oxalic Acid Vaporization

Revolutionizing Hive IQ: A New Solution for Safe Oxalic Acid Vaporization

Beekeepers using Hive IQ polystyrene boxes have long faced challenges with oxalic acid vaporization due to the hive’s low melting point. After years of testing and innovation, we’re developing a groundbreaking solution to protect your hives during treatments. Follow along as we fine-tune the design, incorporating the InstantVap 18V vaporizer and a custom-built, heat-resistant base plate. Stay tuned for the release in October 2024!

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The next generation of honey bee supplies is under development

The next generation of honey bee supplies is under development

Welcome to the Lorob Bees Blog: Your Source for Honey Bee Supplies and Beekeeping Innovations We’re thrilled to welcome you to the Lorob Bees blog, your new destination for all things honey bee supplies and beekeeping innovations. This isn’t just...

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