EARLY BIRD 2027 Nucleus Colony (NUC) Pre-Order

2027 Early Bird Nucleus Colonies (NUCs)

Spring 2027 NUC pre-orders are now open!

Get your honey bee colony ready for the 2027 beekeeping season with a 4-frame nucleus colony (NUC) from BY’s Honey Farm in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.

Our NUCs are prepared for pickup in the spring and are a great option for new and experienced beekeepers looking to establish or expand their apiary.

What’s Included

Each 4-frame NUC includes:

• 1–2 frames of honey
• 2–3 frames of brood
• Approximately 10,000 honey bees
• A laying queen

The queen will be provided in her own queen cage with worker bees. Our team will explain how to properly introduce the queen when you pick up your NUC.

2027 Early Bird Pricing

Early Bird Price: $280 per NUC

Early bird pricing is available until February 28, 2027.

After the early bird period, the regular price will be:

Regular Price: $300 per NUC

Full payment is required at the time of pickup.

We are currently accepting a limited number of pre-orders.

If you are interested in purchasing 10 or more NUCs, please contact us directly at 905-984-4408.

Spring 2027 Pickup

NUCs will be ready for pickup beginning mid-May 2027 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE).

Pickup is available ONLY at BY’s Honey Farm in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Specific pickup dates will be announced at a later date.

You will need to bring your purchase confirmation or receipt with you when picking up your bees.

Important Information for Picking Up Your NUC

Transportation:
Your NUC will be prepared and sealed for transportation. Keep the NUC box parallel with your vehicle during transport to help prevent the frames from shifting or hitting each other during stops and turns.

Queen:
The queen will be secured in her own queen cage with worker bees. Our team will provide instructions for introducing her to your colony when you arrive.

Installing Your Bees:
Our NUCs are strong colonies and will need additional space once you bring them home. Have your hive equipment prepared and ready before pickup so you can install your bees as soon as possible.

After transporting your bees, allow approximately 15–30 minutes before opening the NUC, as the colony may be agitated from the journey.

Feeding:
Feeding your NUC after installation is recommended, particularly when installing the colony onto undrawn foundation. Be sure to have the appropriate equipment ready before bringing your bees home.

Please Note

All NUC orders are non-refundable.

Because NUCs are prepared specifically for pickup and the bees are living colonies, we cannot be responsible for bees or queens that become overheated after they leave our care. Please plan your transportation carefully and avoid leaving your bees unattended in a hot vehicle.

Our knowledgeable team is available to answer questions and help you prepare for your new colony. If you have questions about ordering or picking up your NUC, please contact us:

BY’s Honey Farm
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
905-984-4408
info@byshoneyfarm.com

We look forward to helping you get your 2027 beekeeping season off to a strong start!