








2026 Nucleus Colony
Mandy Shaw has been passionately cultivating hearty and resilient honey bee stock for the past decade, dedicating her efforts to ensuring the health and vitality of her colonies. This is offering is an opportunity for fellow beekeepers to acquire Portland area raised bee colonies.
These nucleus colonies are composed of her overwintered stock, which has been raised in the Portland area. Each nuc comes with 5 frames of bees, which will include an optimal mix of brood, pollen, honey, and a vibrant, healthy queen.
Estimated availability & pickup is May 1st. This ensures time for our 2026 queens to be mated and laying. If weather allows for early queen mating, the availability date will be updated.
*return the nucleus box after housing your bees for a $25 refund
Mandy Shaw has been passionately cultivating hearty and resilient honey bee stock for the past decade, dedicating her efforts to ensuring the health and vitality of her colonies. This is offering is an opportunity for fellow beekeepers to acquire Portland area raised bee colonies.
These nucleus colonies are composed of her overwintered stock, which has been raised in the Portland area. Each nuc comes with 5 frames of bees, which will include an optimal mix of brood, pollen, honey, and a vibrant, healthy queen.
Estimated availability & pickup is May 1st. This ensures time for our 2026 queens to be mated and laying. If weather allows for early queen mating, the availability date will be updated.
*return the nucleus box after housing your bees for a $25 refund