Carniolan Heritage Queens from Pope Canyon

From Pope Canyon: "Pope Canyon Queens have been engaged in the natural selection of their queens for over 30 years within an isolated mating area. Our lineage stems from Carniolans; however, our breeding focus prioritizes high-quality standards over mere color variations. To enhance our gene pool and mitigate the risks of inbreeding, we introduce artificially inseminated breeders every three years, incorporating desirable traits. Our latest introduction involved Caucasian breeders, selected for their exceptional propolis production. Previously, we have also introduced breeders exhibiting Varroa Sensitive Hygiene (VSH) traits. Our bees exhibit behaviors characteristic of Carniolans, as we believe their sensitivity to environmental conditions and resource availability is essential for thriving in the harsh climate we face. They are prolific honey producers when resources are abundant, yet they adeptly conserve energy during periods of scarce forage, allowing them to reduce their population to as few as two to three frames of bees while still surviving and ultimately thriving when conditions improve. Our Natural Selection Focus On: Resistance to Diseases Hardiness Honey Production Brood Production Longevity Sensitivity to Their Resources & Adaptivity to Their Environment" You can find more information about Pope Canyon Queens here: Queen Breeding Program — POPE CANYON QUEENS LLC -- Marked? No. Pick-up: Upon arrival, customer will have 1-2 days to pick-up. Shipping: Typically ships on a Monday or Tuesday via queen shipping box. There is no insurance for live bees and customer assumes all risks. Queens ship separately from other items. Please make a separate order for each date. -- Reservations Include $5 Non-Refundable Deposit per Queen * * This means that if you have to cancel your order, you will be refunded fully minus $5 per queen. This amount is considered your commitment fee. ** All product images from Pope Canyon Queens website. **