Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
At the 2026 North American Honey Bee Expo, we caught up with Peggy DeSanto, the owner of Hive Hugger, to dive deep into the latest in hive insulation technology. In a wonderful display of community, renowned Master Beekeeper and author Tara Chapman of Texas stepped in to lead the conversation, lending her expertise to help veteran beekeeper Fred Dunn as he rested his voice. Together, Peggy and Tara discuss the critical role of insulation in colony health—a topic that complements the holistic approach Tara champions in her book, For the Bees: A Handbook for Happy Beekeeping. Published by the University of Texas Press, Tara’s book serves as a practical guide for both beginners and experts, covering essential topics such as honey bee biology, nutrition, hive architecture, and seasonal care, all aimed at helping beekeepers make informed decisions for their colonies.
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#NAHBE2026 (North American Honey Bee Expo)
#HiveHugger
#TaraChapman
#FredDunn
#TwoHivesHoney
At the 2026 North American Honey Bee Expo, we caught up with Peggy DeSanto, the owner of Hive Hugger, to dive deep into the latest in hive insulation technology. In a wonderful display of community, renowned Master Beekeeper and author Tara Chapman of Texas stepped in to lead the conversation, lending her expertise to help veteran beekeeper Fred Dunn as he rested his voice. Together, Peggy and Tara discuss the critical role of insulation in colony health—a topic that complements the holistic approach Tara champions in her book, For the Bees: A Handbook for Happy Beekeeping. Published by the University of Texas Press, Tara’s book serves as a practical guide for both beginners and experts, covering essential topics such as honey bee biology, nutrition, hive architecture, and seasonal care, all aimed at helping beekeepers make informed decisions for their colonies.
I invite you to support our veterans, every little bit counts:
hivesforheroes.org
Join the conversation, The Way To Bee Fellowship:
facebook.com/groups/3062274013832702
Listen to The Way To Bee Podcast while you work:
frederickdunn.podbean.com
This channel is always FREE, but many viewers have asked how they can support my work.
Here is my Patreon Page: (All donations go directly into the content you see here.) Thank you! patreon.com/user?u=27025526
Yes, I do have shirts, coffee cups, and canvas bags that I branded and designed with The Way To Bee.
If there is something you want but don't see, please let me know and I may custom-design something new. :)
freds-fine-products.creator-spring.com
#NAHBE2026 (North American Honey Bee Expo)
#HiveHugger
#TaraChapman
#FredDunn
#TwoHivesHoney
