Increase Essentials by Dr. Lawrence Connor is a practical guide to making new bee colonies and using nucleus colonies as a management tool. Part of the respected Bee Essentials series, this second edition covers sustainable colony growth, local queen use, and building a more resilient apiary. At a glance Type: Beekeeping book on colony increase and nuc management Author: Dr. Lawrence Connor Edition: Updated second edition with full-color photos and diagrams Length: 176 pages ISBN-10: 1878075357 ISBN-13: 978-1878075352 Best for Beekeepers expanding their operation Using nucs for varroa management and backup queens Introductory beekeeping courses and students Anyone focused on local, well-adapted bees How to use Read it as a step-by-step guide to creating new colonies and managing nucleus colonies, then return to it as a reference when planning splits, replacing failing queens, or supporting winter survival. About Foxhound Bee Company Foxhound Bee Company is a beekeeping supplier offering quality equipment, books, and supplies for hobbyist and commercial beekeepers alike.