Nucleus Colonies
4-frame starter colonies with brood, drawn comb, food stores, and a laying queen — designed for faster establishment and earlier colony development.
Nuc Details
• Sold as 4-frame nucleus colonies
• Established starter colonies
• Designed for faster hive buildup than packages
• Availability is seasonal and limited
Hobby Beekeepers
Great for backyard and small-scale beekeepers looking for an established colony with a faster start than packages.
Commercial Beekeepers
Suitable for operations expanding yard count or replacing winter losses with locally raised starter colonies.
Availability
Nucleus colonies are offered seasonally and quantities are limited based on production and conditions in the yards.