Kekwick Honey field guide
Bred in the isolation of Alice Springs for productivity, gentleness, and disease resistance.
Alice Springs offers a unique advantage for queen bee breeding: Isolation. Separated by hundreds of kilometres of desert, our apiaries are naturally protected from many of the pests and diseases that affect coastal populations.
Our stock is derived from a blend of Kangaroo Island Ligurian and Italian genetics. We select specifically for:
"The girls are calm, productive, and handle the heat better than anything else we've tried."
We ship queen bees via express post to all eligible Australian states (subject to biosecurity regulations). Queens are shipped in cages with attendants and candy to ensure they arrive healthy and ready to lay.
Note: Tasmania orders require additional biosecurity clearance. Please contact us directly for these locations.
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Questions
Yes. We ship queen bees to eligible Australian states using express services, with transport and biosecurity requirements observed.
Our breeding program focuses on Ligurian x Italian lines selected for calm temperament, productivity, and adaptation to hot, dry conditions.
Availability is seasonal and depends on breeding conditions. Contact us for the current run and earliest dispatch window.
Tasmania orders usually require additional approvals and handling. We can assist with requirements before confirming supply.