Caucasian Bee Nucleus Colony (Nuc) – 2026

2026 Caucasian Bee Nucleus Colonies 🐝

Our 2026 Caucasian nucs come in a 5-frame plastic nuc box with a ventilated lid and secure closure. These colonies are a strong start for any beekeeper wanting calm, productive bees suited for Midwest weather.

Why Choose Caucasian Bees

🐝 Gentle and easy to handle
🌥 Active in cool or overcast conditions
🌧 Forage in light rain and fog
🌼 Long proboscis for deep nectar sources
📉 Lower swarming tendency
🟫 Heavy propolis production for added value

Caucasians for First Time Beekeepers
Caucasians are one of the most forgiving bees for beginners. Their calm behavior, steady brood pattern, and predictable growth give new beekeepers room to learn without sudden spikes in colony activity.

With proper mite management, they overwinter efficiently thanks to their smaller cluster size and careful use of stores.

Caucasians for the Experienced Beekeeper
Veteran beekeepers appreciate their reliability. Caucasians continue working through cooler and variable weather, keeping production steady even when conditions are not ideal.

Why a Caucasian Might Not Fit Every Apiary
Italians and Carniolans are known for faster spring buildup, and Caucasians produce more propolis by comparison. In far northern climates, Carniolans can be a better match. In the deep South, Italians may outperform due to long nectar seasons.
Across the Midwest, Caucasians tend to hit the sweet spot of gentleness, efficiency, and stability.

Each 2026 Nuc Includes

🐝 Five deep frames of brood, bees, honey, and pollen
👑 A proven open mated Caucasian queen
📦 A 5-frame plastic nuc box with ventilated lid and secure closure

Note: One frame is usually a newer frame for the colony to draw out and may not be fully drawn by pickup.

Pickup Details
📍 Carl Junction, Missouri
📅 Mid May (weather dependent)
No shipping or delivery available. If you need bees shipped, see our shipped 3 frame nucs.