Bee Behavior - Communication & Swarming
Presenter: Andrew ‘Andy’ Connor

Andy will identifying early signs of swarming behavior, why bees swarm, ways to prevent swarming, when these steps should be taken and what to do if you think it’s too late to stop swarming.

Andrew Connor grew up as the son of an entomologist. He shied away from beekeeping, but after 36 years he finally dove into beekeeping. After going to a Holland Bee School, he realized how much fun and addicting beekeeping could be. As a social worker he knew the importance of having something to manage the mental health and how beekeeping could not only benefit the environment but also help your health. Andrew brings years of being a social worker to his love of beekeeping. He enjoys talking, educating, and doing anything with beekeeping. He wants to especially thank the Holland Bee Club and Don Lam for finally opening is eyes to this addictive industry.