A Journey of Innovation in Beekeeping

Mid-to-late summer is one of the most important times of year to get ahead of varroa mites. That's why we wanted to share this tried and true OA treatment regimen with you today. Learn why this window matters, how to time your treatment, and what tools we trust to help you protect your colonies - before damage sets in.

A sweet story that travels from Baltimore to Turkey and back again.
On National Donut Day, Lorob Bees’ marketing manager reflects on her years living in İzmir, Turkey — a place where honey flows freely and fried dough carries deep cultural meaning. Learn how a chance encounter with lokma, a traditional honey-soaked treat, connects to her current work in beekeeping, honey harvesting, and sweet traditions that transcend borders.

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.

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.

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!