If you haven’t had a chance to visit the Richmond Farmers Market, you have been missing out.  First off, you have missed out on the fresh seasonal produce that our region has traditionally been known for.  According to market manager Liz Stegint, “Our farmers offer a variety of freshly harvested local greens and vegetables — fresh Asian salad greens, lettuces, kale, salad mixes, onions, beets, turnips, fresh herbs and more. We also have locally grown vegetable and herb plants for your garden, local honey, and fresh free range… Read More →

Hardly a day goes by without honey bees making the news. Public interest in “saving the bees” is high as a result of this (often alarming) media coverage. Knowledgeable counsel and advice is important in dealing with honey bees since they make good neighbors but really bad roommates. The honey bee colony has only one queen and her role is critical. She is the largest bee in the colony and lays the eggs that will sustain the colony population. She also emits scents (pheromones) that regulate colony unity…. Read More →