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Follow a commercial beekeeping operation as they take the crucial first step toward their ambitious goal of sending 200 hives to California for almond pollination. Watch the team gather colonies from multiple bee yards and transport them to a staging area using a forklift for the first time, navigating the learning curve of this new equipment on a perfect 40-degree overcast day ideal for moving bees. Learn about the extensive preparation required for almond pollination, including ensuring each hive meets California's 8-frame average requirement, maintaining proper mite control, and building strong winter clusters. Discover the challenges and rewards of commercial beekeeping as the operation consolidates their colonies into a holding yard, preparing for the next phase of their journey west. Gain insights into the logistics, planning, and hands-on work involved in large-scale bee transportation and the critical role of timing and weather conditions in successful hive management for commercial pollination contracts.
