Queen of the Sun

I went to see Queen of the Sun last night, the recent film documenting the plight and majesty of bees.  Biodynamic beekeeper Gunther Hauk says everyone should allow swarming "as much as possible."
We are very encouraged.

Today a swarm left its hive for a clover plant (above).  Todd put another hive next to them in the hopes they would adopt it as a home, but so far they are happy in this clump on the clover.  Todd is only slightly offended by their rebuff of the hive but more so by the massive swell that is now his ankle.  Oregano poultices seem only to anger him.
I recommend the movie.   All is well on the farm, getting carrots seeded, lettuce looking good.
 -Julia