hives

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Funkhouser, a veteran commercial beekeeper, should have around 1,200 hives under his care.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Jenson has since brought two hives, which are kept at his grandparents' home in Minsterley.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

As commercial hives across the United States struggle to survive attacks from deadly parasites, a distinct hybrid bee found in this region is showing a surprising ability to endure.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

I jumped up and I had hives and bumps from the bites.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“Zach is taking care of the hives on the east side of the county. So you and I’ve got the west side.”

From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd