Maine Bee Company’s Queen breeding program is focused on genetic selections based on specific traits and behaviors of economic value. Our bees are proven to excel under our local environmental and pathogenic pressures and are known for producing robust colonies that display:

-Exceptional Temperament

-Increased Honey Production

-Disease Resistance

-Hygienic Behaviors

-Low Varroa Growth/ Varroa Sensitive Hygiene (LVG/ VSH)

-Decreased Swarming Tendency

-Ability to winter very well with minimal consumption of resources.

-Longevity

-Rusticity

 We are committed to providing the highest quality, locally adapted Queens available to the Beekeeper’s in our region!