Central Texas is no stranger to drought, and our bees feel it just as much as we do. When nectar and pollen sources dry up, colonies can quickly become stressed. Here's how to help your hives through a dry spell.
Central Texas winters are rarely consistent, but in recent years we’ve experienced longer warm spells, sudden temperature swings, and even spring-like days in January and February. While we may enjoy the break from cold weather, our honeybees respond very differently to these changes. Unseasonal warmth can significantly affect colony behavior, food consumption, brood production, pest pressure, and overall survival.
Central Texas winters are rarely consistent, but in recent years we’ve experienced longer warm spells, sudden temperature swings, and even spring-like days in January and February. While we may enjoy the break from cold weather, our honeybees respond very differently to these changes. Unseasonal warmth can significantly affect colony behavior, food consumption, brood production, pest pressure, and overall survival.
Prep time: 6 mins | Cook time: 4 mins Ingredients • 1 large flour tortilla • 1 teaspoons Dijon or yellow mustard • 1/2 teaspoon honey • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese or 6 Ounces of Brie Cheese • 1/3 of a medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (tart apples are best) • 1 cup baby arugula • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste • Cooking spray or a small amount of butter/olive oil Instructions 1. Prepare the Honey Mustard Mixture: In a small bowl, combin
