There’s no shortage of social media tales about new beekeepers being treated poorly after buying a Flow Hive by some beekeeping groups — sometimes even discouraged enough to give up altogether. We are not one of those associations!
At our association, we proudly welcome beekeepers from all backgrounds — whether you’re working with a traditional wooden hive or exploring modern designs like the Flow Hive. In fact, our own President has recently started using a Flow Hive and demonstrated its operation to members during an apiary visit.
The Flow Hive has brought a wave of new interest to beekeeping, inspiring people to learn about pollinators, honey bee health, and responsible hive care. While the system differs from conventional equipment, every conscientious beekeeper — Flow Hive or not — shares the same goal: healthy, thriving bees.
Some may worry that Flow Hives promote “hands-off” beekeeping, but most owners quickly discover what all beekeepers learn — that good beekeeping takes regular inspections, observation, and a deep understanding of bee behaviour. The Flow Hive is simply another tool for harvesting honey, not a shortcut to good husbandry.
As an association, our mission is to support learning, not judge choices. If someone’s journey into beekeeping begins with a Flow Hive, that’s something to celebrate. Every new beekeeper helps raise awareness of pollinators and contributes to local biodiversity. With guidance, mentoring, and community engagement, Flow Hive users become skilled, caring beekeepers — just like everyone else.
Let’s celebrate the diversity within our craft. Whether you keep bees in a WBC, National, Langstroth, or Flow Hive, what matters most is responsible beekeeping, healthy colonies, and mutual respect within our community.
