Carniolan (Carnica) Nucs

The Carniolan Nucleus Colony (nuc) is ideal for beekeepers who want resilient, adaptable bees with rapid spring build-up and exceptional pollination capabilities. Headed by a 2025-marked Carniolan queen, this nuc ensures a strong start for your hive.

What’s Included:

• Bees: 5 frames fully covered with healthy, productive bees.
• Brood: At least 3 frames with brood in all stages, ensuring rapid colony growth.
• Stores: A minimum of 1 frame of food stores, often with extra reserves.
• Queen: 2025-marked Carniolan queen, known for her resilience and productivity.
• Healthy and Calm Colonies: Low varroa levels, no aggression, and no signs of disease.
• Corex Box: Delivered in a durable, non-returnable corex box for safe transport or future use.

Important Information:

• Colonies are first-come, first-served—reserve early to secure your nuc.
• A £50 non-refundable deposit is required at reservation, with the balance (£210) due prior to collection.
• Fully compatible with British Standard National and WBC hives.
• Full refunds will be issued if we cannot fulfil your order.
• Ready for collection after 15th May (depending on the weather)

Reserve your Carniolan nuc today to enjoy the benefits of hardy, adaptive bees in your apiary!