Episode 127: Norm Collins, 7 Decades of Beekeeping Wisdom!

Guest: Norm Collins – Seven Decades in BeekeepingIn this special episode, I chat with Norm Collins, a true pioneer in Australian beekeeping. Once the largest beekeeper in Victoria, Norm recently turned 80, and he joins me to reflect on a lifetime of working with bees.We take a journey back to when Norm received his very first box of bees at just seven years old, and explore how much the world of beekeeping has changed over the past seventy years. From the way hives are managed, to shifting environmental pressures and evolving industry challenges, Norm shares his knowledge, experiences and a few great stories along the way.This episode is a tribute to the past, a nod to the resilience of beekeepers, and a reminder of how much we can learn from those who have spent a lifetime in the field.Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with your beekeeping community.https://collinshoney.com.au