We provide optimal conditions for our newly established colonies by building up all of our nucs in polystyrene boxes. These nucs are produced on British Standard National DN4 frames and transferred to a temporary correx travel box one day prior to collection. Each nuc is equipped with a young, laying queen that is marked for the year, along with three to four frames of brood in various stages (including eggs, larvae, and sealed brood) and at least one frame of food. To ensure the health and strength of our honey/nuc production colonies, we treat them for varroa during the Autumn and winter using approved methods. Our 5 & 6 frame Buckfast Nucleus starter colonies are suitable for beekeepers of all levels, whether you're a beginner starting your first hive or a commercial beekeeper looking to expand.