Country Fields Beekeeping Supplies

06/17/2026

Forming crystals? Don't throw it out! 🛑

One of the most common myths about honey is that when it turns solid, white, and grainy, it has "gone bad" or had sugar added to it. The truth is exactly the opposite: crystallization is the ultimate sign of pure, unpasteurized raw honey.

Honey is a super-saturated solution of natural sugars (fructose and glucose) and water. Over time, the glucose naturally separates from the water and forms tiny crystals.

If you prefer your honey smooth and liquid, fixing it is incredibly easy:

Place your jar into a bowl of warm water (around 40°C or 105°F).

Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to gently dissolve the crystals.

Avoid the microwave, as high heat destroys the beneficial raw enzymes!

06/11/2026

🐝 Big news for Halifax! 🌸
Did you know HRM is officially a certified Bee City? To celebrate, Pollinator Week 2026 is kicking off from June 22 to June 28, and there are some incredible community events lined up across the municipality!

This year’s theme is "Life on a Leaf," focusing on the native host plants that support our essential local insects throughout their entire lifecycle. 🐛✨
Whether you want to learn about urban ecology or get your hands dirty, there is something for everyone:
June 22: Kickoff at the Halifax Public Gardens 🌷
June 24: "Defending Trees, Defending Bees" panel at the Central Library 📚
June 26: "Building for Butterflies" hands-on naturalisation workshop at Flinn Park 🦋 (Registration required)
June 27: Shoreline plant medicine walk at First Lake 🌾 (Registration required)
June 28: Interactive Bee Walk & Bioblitz at Fort Needham Memorial Park 🐝 (Registration required)

Let’s help native perennials thrive and build a more resilient ecosystem right here in our own backyards. 🍁

👉 Head over to the Halifax municipal website or email [email protected] to register for the workshops and view the full schedule!

06/10/2026

It takes a hive... Did you know a single honey bee produces only about 1/12th of a teaspoon of honey in her entire lifetime? It takes a massive, coordinated team effort to fill a single jar. Talk about ultimate teamwork! 🍯🐝

06/08/2026

We have No Power at the store. Unfortunately, the Country Fields Retail Store will be closed until power is restored. NS Power outage map indicates 2pm restoration, but hoping that will be sooner.

06/03/2026

This is a pretty interesting read. I hope you'll take the time. 🐝😊🐝😊

Prairie Sweetheart Honey founder Rebecca Krowelski says honeybee colonies have mastered skills many organizations still struggle with, from collaborative

06/02/2026

SOLD - We have a limited quantity of extra Saskatraz Queens available, scheduled to arrive tomorrow. Arrival will be confirmed via email. Order online or call the shop!🐝

Californian Olivarez Sakatraz Queens. The Saskatraz bee breed was developed by Albert Robertson at Meadow Ridge Enterprises in Saskatoon, SK. Essentially a hybrid of Carniolan, Buckfast and Russian breeds and selected for high honey production and disease resistance, including varroa mite tolerance/...

05/26/2026

Well bees, I hope you're happy, because my sinuses aren't! 🐝😅🐝😅

05/20/2026

Want to turn your garden into a five-star resort for local pollinators? 🌸🐝

You don't need a massive acreage to make a huge difference for our favourite hard-working insects. Here are three quick, easy ways to make your yard the talk of the hive this season:

Plant in clusters: Bees love efficiency. Planting a dense patch of the same flower (like lavender, borage, or echinacea) makes it much easier for them to forage than scattering single plants around.

Set up a bee pub: Bees get incredibly thirsty! Put out a shallow dish filled with water and add a layer of marbles or pebbles. This gives them a perfectly safe place to land and drink without the danger of drowning.

Embrace the dandelions: Let your lawn go a little wild, especially early in the season. Those bright yellow "weeds" are actually a vital, lifesaving early food source when little else is blooming.

What’s blooming in your yard this week? Drop a photo in the comments below! 👇

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05/20/2026

Happy World Bee Day! 🐝❤️🐝❤️

05/13/2026

Let the Dandelions Lead the Way: No Mow May 🌼

Thinking about holding off on the first mow of the season? No Mow May is more than just a break from yard work—it’s a vital lifeline for our early-season pollinators.

As the weather warms up, bees and other beneficial insects emerge hungry. Common "weeds" like dandelions and clover are often their very first sources of nectar and pollen. By leaving the lawn mower in the shed for a few extra weeks, you’re providing a backyard buffet that helps colonies build the strength they need for the summer ahead.

Why join in?

Boost Biodiversity: A little extra height in the grass creates a mini-ecosystem for local wildlife.
Support Hive Health: More forage means stronger, more resilient bee populations.
Save Time: Take those extra hours to enjoy the garden instead of grooming it!

If you aren’t ready to go full "wilderness," even leaving a small patch of wildflowers in a corner makes a massive difference.

Are you participating this year, or do you have a favourite pollinator-friendly flower popping up in your garden?