Painting 548 Mini Styrofoam Nucs - Prepping for Queen Breeding Season - Commercial Queen Breeder

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  • @daisyshoney6021
    @daisyshoney6021 3 роки тому +11

    Love your Beekeeping videos. Love your parenting even more. You guys are great parents.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the kind words💛 We appreciate the support and thank you for watching our journey

  • @billc3405
    @billc3405 3 роки тому +5

    Enjoy watching your life as a beekeeper. Max sure is a happy kid and gets right into all the work kudos to you for letting Max help

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +3

      We do our best to allow him to explore and learn new things. All it takes is love and patience. Thank you for watching Bill😁

  • @jenniferdeghuee1615
    @jenniferdeghuee1615 3 роки тому +2

    Fun video, thank you for taking the time to include all of us in your adventures!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      Thank you! We enjoy sharing our journey as a family ran Apairy. Thank you for watching Jennifer

  • @christinesittner8712
    @christinesittner8712 3 роки тому +2

    Good colors Max!!

  • @matthewsweeney2577
    @matthewsweeney2577 3 роки тому +1

    Nice video! That’s a lot to do, Thanks for showing 👍

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      You bet! We really have a hoot showing you all our journey and do our best to make you feel like your with us. Kelly is doing a great job editing and bringing life to the videos

  • @SFERDIAN
    @SFERDIAN 3 роки тому +1

    I Love everything about your videos
    Beautiful family

  • @ghanidelamer7954
    @ghanidelamer7954 3 роки тому +1

    A good job by an ambitious family. Good continuation. A big greeting to the little beekeepers.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      You are awesome, we appreciate all of your support and continuing to watch our journey. Glad you enjoy our videos Ghani

  • @jamesmcnally2519
    @jamesmcnally2519 3 роки тому +2

    Great idea with the paint sprayer! Still love the whole family involvement! Awesome!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      James, it's great to make things a family event when we can. We love it!💛

    • @jamesmcnally2519
      @jamesmcnally2519 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper Hey it looks like you should be receiving a package from Alberta Today! Just in time maybe for your queen season? Let me know how it works and if i can make any improvements!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      @@jamesmcnally2519 Thanks for updating us! Yes, we have begun grafting so we are really looking forward to receiving it! Thank you so much for thinking of us! Do you do email? Anyway we can communicate through there as well? Sometimes comments get lost on UA-cam. uribehoneybees@gmail.com

  • @jeffsea6490
    @jeffsea6490 3 роки тому +1

    Great video, thanks for sharing 👍

  • @joseantonioosorio5280
    @joseantonioosorio5280 3 роки тому +1

    Bien patrón. Pintando con su bebé q bien

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      Muchas gracias Jose, es la vida de el abejero de Califas🙌 😁

    • @joseantonioosorio5280
      @joseantonioosorio5280 3 роки тому

      Espero un día conocerlo y poderle trabajar a usted amigo Dios lo bendesira xq c q su compañía crecerá patron

  • @baselinefarm
    @baselinefarm 3 роки тому +1

    I love seeing Max! 😁❤ I also like seeing you ❤❤

  • @pomicultorul
    @pomicultorul 3 роки тому +1

    Impressive operation! Thank you for sharing.

  • @timgoodin42053
    @timgoodin42053 3 роки тому +1

    Great video, thanks for sharing you beekeeping operation and family with us. I had wondered what the trees in the orchard were, glad to hear almonds. Take care and keep the videos coming.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Our pleasure! Your comments really encourage us to keep bringing you good fresh content, Thank you Tim

  • @felipegomez5084
    @felipegomez5084 3 роки тому

    Laborius but beatifull day !!! Congrats!!!

  • @rodneymiddleton9624
    @rodneymiddleton9624 3 роки тому +2

    I use the black foundation for the same reason. Knocked it out!!!!!! Thanks!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      It's the best! Easy to spot

    • @rodneymiddleton9624
      @rodneymiddleton9624 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper I will never be at your level for beekeeping but i really enjoy working with the bees. Much respect!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      Never say never! If you want it Rodney, go after it💪 We never thought we'd be embraced by all of you like this and with some positive feedback we are motivated to sharing our journey. I enjoy your videos by the way🤜🤛 How many hives do you want or see yourself getting to?

  • @beebruns2023
    @beebruns2023 3 роки тому +1

    super boulot avec le pistolet ,bravo a votre fils ,on voit qu' il adore vous aider bonne continuation

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      Merci mon ami, il s'amuse vraiment à aider. nous apprécions le soutien

  • @IceBug1337
    @IceBug1337 3 роки тому +1

    My best wishes for your upcoming season.

  • @adrianbukowski1058
    @adrianbukowski1058 7 місяців тому +2

    Hi ! Can You let me know where U bough that hives ?

  • @kelseygeiger3330
    @kelseygeiger3330 3 роки тому +4

    To keep the tip of the sprayer from drying out. Drop it in a bucket of water when you not using it.

    • @calvinkalmon6746
      @calvinkalmon6746 3 роки тому +1

      Yes this works very well, I will leave mine overnight in a pail of water and I leave the suction end in the paint also, just seal the top of the paint can as best you can with a plastic bag...no problems whatsoever.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the tip!
      Calvin, why didn't you tell me this😉
      Appreciate the feedback guys and thanks for watching our channel

  • @kellycarpenter9350
    @kellycarpenter9350 2 роки тому +1

    Cool you guys I've been building mine out of wood .I never had that many nuts

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  2 роки тому

      We have thought of building ours out of wood but those wood ones just can't tolerate the California heat

  • @josephfydenkevez2129
    @josephfydenkevez2129 3 роки тому

    Jose, love your videos. you make your videos so nice and enjoyable to watch plus you are so likeable. I love how it is a family affair, and how Max just loves to jump in a help and you are so great with him. Congrats to both of you for being positive parents

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Its a team effort with shooting and Kelly editing and Max doing his thing! We do our best to teach him, guide him, and encourage him through it all. Lots of love! Thank you so much for watching

  • @honey_bee_live
    @honey_bee_live 3 роки тому +1

    1st... good job dad!! 2... you have some great help there enjoy their youth they will be grown before you can blink. 3...find a habitat for humanity store or construction recycler you can get paint for $5-$10 gal. 4...all you need is a little water to thin the paint. Depending on the paint 5-10% water is usually good and won’t mess without your coverage. Love the vids keep it up!!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! We are enjoying this life and doing our best to make it a family affair. I will look into the paint and see if they have any discounted paints at those places. Thank You! an Thank you, I will try that next time for sure(watering it down) Appreciate the support

  • @IceBug1337
    @IceBug1337 3 роки тому +1

    Wow, this is fast! And that Boy is a Natural youtuber 🤩

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      Sure was! time to paint the house...lol Maximus is doing a great job shooting for you guys, very cool to watch him.

  • @matthewmccormick2417
    @matthewmccormick2417 3 роки тому +1

    Good luck in the year. Set girls out last tuesday. Gave a gallon and 1/2 pound and now rain and cold snap a few days starting tomorrow ugghh. Lows tho in low 20s so they will cluster again for a few days but hey they got to fly for first time in months. Take care Jose and Family. Hey MAX keep up the good work little Man you are doing great

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah buddy! You will be beekeeping soon🙌 or just move to California and bee keep all year😉 Thanks for watching Matthew

    • @matthewmccormick2417
      @matthewmccormick2417 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper Sorry Buddy no Cali for me. Some there in GOV make my stomach turn but is all over the Country tho ya. I enjoy the Cold and Green lol. I think by Monday i am in the clear. Girls will be in new perm homes i think by end of march and at that time will do the splits also. Will try my hand at grafting this year. In past have did all walk away. Take care my friend. You and the wife/kids stay safe pls

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      Haha yes good ol politicians🤷🏻‍♂️ Well Matthew let us know if you have any questions on the grafting and I'll be happy to give you some tips🤜🤛

  • @dadu63
    @dadu63 3 роки тому +1

    Great video Jose! I miss my kids being that small and young. Alot of painting going on. Keep on keepin on buddy!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      I'm happy we can share this stuff with you guys. Its awesome to get good feedback and you guys sharing memories with us about your kids. We appreciate you for watching 🙏

  • @TallPaul1288
    @TallPaul1288 3 роки тому +1

    Great memories

  • @beekeepinggarden165
    @beekeepinggarden165 3 роки тому +1

    Great 👌👌🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Happy you enjoyed the video. Anything you would like us to show? Drop us a comment🙌

    • @beekeepinggarden165
      @beekeepinggarden165 3 роки тому +1

      My Mini Mated Nucs 🐝 started painting to by my wife and my younger daughter she love Bee I watching with her each you updated fab 😉👌🐝

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Perfect👌

  • @russellkoopman3004
    @russellkoopman3004 3 роки тому

    I should have pulled my car to the end of the table and I'd have got a free paint job. LOL
    Great son you have, he makes me smile everytime I see him.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      We have another round of painting going on next week. I'll be using white paint for bee boxes, does that work ;) LOL Thanks for joining us Russell

    • @russellkoopman3004
      @russellkoopman3004 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper LOL white will have to do.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Hahaha...Your awesome man! Thanks for a good laugh. Love when you guys roll with my humor 😁💛

    • @russellkoopman3004
      @russellkoopman3004 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper It is easy to do with your up vibes and that smile.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      Appreciate that Russell! Thank you man! Good vibes can be contagious🤙

  • @tritonewr4054
    @tritonewr4054 3 роки тому +2

    “Hey guys!” 👍🏼

  • @dannycrain3485
    @dannycrain3485 3 роки тому +1

    Cool how many mating nucs that make you total. Looks like alot. Keep videos coming. Great stuff. Thank you

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      Danny! We prepped a total of 850 this year and still working on installing foundation onto the frames

  • @niceed00
    @niceed00 3 роки тому +1

    Fun times!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Edward, like the saying goes "Its not work when your having fun!" Haha well its alot of work but we can still have fun right🤷🏻‍♂️💪 Thanks for watching my man🤜🤛

  • @calvinkalmon6746
    @calvinkalmon6746 3 роки тому +1

    Your parenting is excellent!

  • @stevedalgardno459
    @stevedalgardno459 3 роки тому +1

    I love watching your guys's I'm starting a small apiary this year I'm buying 10 double deeps split numb and seven nukes with over winter Queens local hopefully I'll be able to order some Queens from you guys can't wait to see more videos.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      Steve! How exciting is that! Great feeling when you first start doing it. Its alot of learning but so fun! You ever have questions just drop us a comment and we'll be happy to give you our input. Thanks for watching Steve🤜🤛

  • @CastleHives
    @CastleHives 3 роки тому +1

    I could paint my 4 very fast with this method. . 😀

  • @blain2484
    @blain2484 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome choice of colors Max!
    I dont have near as many to paint (24ish nucs) and I chose to start spraying this year also. I'll never go back. I agree though, cleaning the sprayer is a pain.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Nice Blain! What type of paint are you using? I always like to hear others choice of paint. Yes it is a pain but I get better and faster every time🙌

    • @blain2484
      @blain2484 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper I use the Zinsser Cover stain primer (oil based) followed by the Krylon Colormaxx Acrylic Latex (water based). Makes cleanup a pain because one is oil based and the other is water based, but that's what I'm using as of right now....

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      Do you use the oil base to protect the nuc from weather? I'm interested in why you do it this way. Always looking for better ways. Thanks man

    • @blain2484
      @blain2484 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper I read somewhere that oil based primer is better for wood and that it seals the wood better.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      I will keep that in mind Blain! 👌

  • @andreafasoli8460
    @andreafasoli8460 3 роки тому +1

    Ciao Guys, couple of questions: did you use acrilic coating? Difference between airless and air spry? thx again

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Yes we did. Power Vs Finesse. HVLP sprayers - commonly known as compressed air sprayers, use a compressor or turbine (similar to a vacuum cleaner) to pump air through the system and, in turn, atomise the paint or stain you want to use. ... Airless sprayers, on the other hand, deliver massive (and often dangerous) pressure levels.

  • @charlesoneill466
    @charlesoneill466 3 роки тому +1

    I will rolling my paint on the mini mating nuk's. What kind of paint do you advice?

  • @PAPSROYALAPIARY
    @PAPSROYALAPIARY 3 роки тому +1

    Very nice job, what outfit did you buy those nucs from, if you don't mind.
    Dan

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you Dan. We purchased these from Glorybee.

    • @PAPSROYALAPIARY
      @PAPSROYALAPIARY 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper Thanks for the reply, I thought you got them from China somewhere. Dan

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Absolutely! Not sure where Glorybee gets them🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @GornaPaseka
    @GornaPaseka 3 роки тому +2

    👌🐝🐝🐝

  • @trevormcclurkin3984
    @trevormcclurkin3984 3 роки тому +1

    What sprayer are you using?

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      The Graco airless. This unit was $325- In my opinion and based on reviews it's the best for what we use it for (bee equipment) I'll get the model number for you. Out in the field💪🐝

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      Here is the exact model I use. This unit is works excellent for all our bee equipment painting
      www.graco.com/us/en/contractor/product/262800-magnum-x5.html

  • @bigadg
    @bigadg 3 роки тому +1

    How come you have to replace the mating nucs each year

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      We normally shutdown queen production in late summer and allow the hatchout to find a home in a couple of our queen right colonies we place near each mating yard. These nucs will not overwinter well. Its us putting in a little effort and whatever bees are left in those nucs we will shake out into hives. To catch the drift

    • @bigadg
      @bigadg 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper doesnt really answer my question,what happens to the boxes as you buy more each year

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +2

      Sorry Stuart. We are increasing nuc production and adding to our existing nucs. Also goes to replacing damaged nucs done by bears, skunks, cattle etc.

  • @sdichampion
    @sdichampion 3 роки тому +1

    You sell that many queens!? Wow

  • @lewisshotton3157
    @lewisshotton3157 11 місяців тому

    I bought a very few mini nucs just like those to try some queen rearing myself this year. I wasn’t planning on painting them. Do I really need to?

  • @christinesittner8712
    @christinesittner8712 3 роки тому +1

    Yellow and purple equals brown?

  • @bradsellnow3665
    @bradsellnow3665 3 роки тому +1

    Looks like you made painting a fun job! I see Max was enjoying himself. Just happy for you that the wind stayed away. What breed of queens will you be raising?

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      It was a good project for us all. Yes the wind was not a factor, normally it howls through here. That day was perfect 👌 We breed Italians, Carniolan and Hybrids

  • @beeoleg2878
    @beeoleg2878 3 роки тому

    Будеш мати добрих помічників своїх дітей. Нуклеуси бомбезні. Хай щастить!
    Привіт Каліфорнія!

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Yes the kids will be making an awesome team. Where are you going is from?

  • @genishqefni768
    @genishqefni768 3 роки тому +1

    Love your videos mister.
    Are they special paints ?
    What type ?

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      We use the Baer 2 and 1 flat. The flat seems to hold well with our weather and heat for these mini's

  • @MeditationMusic11
    @MeditationMusic11 3 роки тому +1

    If you put the spray tip it's all gone in a bucket of water on water based paint that'll keep it clean I'm a painter that's what I use when I'm not spraying my spray gun goes in a bucket of water

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Nice! We love the feedback! We learn new tips and hacks from all of you. Thank you for sharing and for watching 🙌🙂

  • @robertwatson9830
    @robertwatson9830 2 роки тому

    Nice Channel Jose, enjoy watching!! I'm and 18 yr Beekeeper - Took a course in Instrumental insemination from Krispn Given in 2019 (Perdue instructor) - Absolutely loved it!! Can I ask where you're gett'n your Mating Nuc boxes? and how are they? Also just wondering why Red - any reason for the selection of that color (easier to spot maybe)?

  • @danteschoenfeld2429
    @danteschoenfeld2429 3 роки тому +1

    What is cost box?

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Dante, how much per box(nuc) around $15- per nuc. Hope I got the question right!?

    • @danteschoenfeld2429
      @danteschoenfeld2429 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper hello if okay this was the question sorry for my english it costs me a bit, how about the work are there companies that hire people from abroad or from other countries? I would like to go to work and invest in beehives in the United States

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      I know there are some larger companies that hire people from other countries, I just dont know the details.

    • @danteschoenfeld2429
      @danteschoenfeld2429 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCaliforniaBeekeeper okay thanks you

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Anytime Dante👍

  • @pepperKingdom
    @pepperKingdom 3 роки тому +1

    👌👍💥💥🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝

  • @ADRYAN-farm
    @ADRYAN-farm 3 роки тому +1

    like

  • @kostaskeramidas9323
    @kostaskeramidas9323 3 роки тому +1

    🇬🇷🇬🇷🐝🐝👍

  • @taddrienstra7247
    @taddrienstra7247 3 роки тому +1

    Oh, and change the filter in the gun handle...

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому +1

      Yes! They are cheap enough I have 2 new ones ready to go. Replace them once a year👌 Do you have any tips on maintaining the sprayer

    • @taddrienstra7247
      @taddrienstra7247 3 роки тому

      Send me your email. Tadd@tjrworks.com

  • @taddrienstra7247
    @taddrienstra7247 3 роки тому +1

    Never buy paint. Go to a real paint store and pick up their "drawdowns" for free. When you paint wood boxes, use the sprayer to put the paint on, then backroll with a dick roller to mash it into the pukas. I do a box a minute this way.

    • @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper
      @TheCaliforniaBeekeeper  3 роки тому

      Great tips! I will have to check out our local paint stores and see what they have. Thanks! And thanks for watching