2026 Nucleus Colony (NUC) Pre-Order

We are now accepting pre-orders for our 2026 Nucleus Colonies!

Price: $290 (get $10 back when you return the nuc box – final cost $280). 

Your NUC will come with 4 frames.

This includes:

• 1-2 Frame Honey
• 2-3 Frames Brood
• Approximately 10,000 bees

All NUCS are available for PICKUP ONLY at our farm in Niagara-on-the-Lake, between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm. PICKUP DATES TO BE DETERMINED

Upon pickup, you will be required to show your confirmation of purchase. We ask that you please bring a copy of your receipt with you for pickup. Please note: all NUC orders are NON-REFUNDABLE INCLUDING YOUR DEPOSIT.

If you have any questions, please contact us by email at info@byshoneyfarm.com or give us a call at 905-984-4408.

NUCS will be ready to go starting the middle of May. Pickup dates are to be determined at a future date.

If you are interested in purchasing 10+ NUCs, please give us a call.

Some things to keep in mind when you pick up your bees:

• Transportation: The bees will be ready/sealed for pickup/transportation. Keep NUC boxes parallel with your vehicle. You do not want the frames to hit each other with the stop and go.
• NUCS are always prepared day of to reduce any and/or all issues. Therefore, we’re not responsible for bees/Queens that get overheated once they leave our care.
• The Queen will be in their own Queen cage with some worker bees, and someone will go over how to place it when you arrive to pick up.
• The bees we sell are strong and need the room when you get them. Therefore, you should have your hives set up as soon as you get them to your location. Wait 15-30 mins before opening as they are most likely agitated from the ride.
• It’s recommended to feed NUCS especially if they are being installed on un-drawn foundation.
• Please return NUC boxes at your earliest convenience.
• For any further questions, our staff are very knowledgeable and will be able to answer any questions your may have. We are also a phone call away!