Reputable national-level breeders often advertise in national publications like Bee Culture or American Bee Journal . 3. Regional Bee Suppliers and Distributors

Convenient for pickup, but the bees may not be acclimated to your area and 4. Online and Mail-Order Suppliers You can purchase bees online from large-scale apiaries.

Look for "nucs" (nucleus colonies), which include a mated queen, established frames, brood, and honey. They are less stressed and establish faster than packages.