2 LB Bee Packages- Hybrid Queen (Italian & Carniolan)
2026 Spring Packages – Pre-Order Now & Save 20%
Lock in the strongest, treatment-free capable bees of the season at the lowest price we’ll ever offer.
Use code EARLY20 at checkout – 20% off ends March 1st, 2026.
2 lb Hybrid Italian × Carniolan Package – $196.25 → $157 with code
(approx. 8,000–9,000 bees + mated, marked queen)
Why beekeepers sold us out in 72 hours last spring
- Queen Genetics Bred by Latshaw Apiaries – the gold standard in Varroa-resistant, hygienic stock
- Queens, properly taken care of, routinely live and produce into their 4th & 5th year with zero treatments
- Explosive spring build-up + massive honey crops (the true “commercial workhorse” hybrid)
- Gentle enough for backyard, tough enough for sideliners & pollinators
Perfect for:
- Splitting strong hives
- Requeening overwintered colonies
- Anyone with drawn comb ready to go (save $30–40 vs a 3 lb if you already have frames)
If you are new to mite-resistant genetics, you can read up on what it means here- How Mite Resistant Genetics are helping beekeepers.
First time keeping bees or starting on foundation? Grab the 3 lb instead – HERE IS THE LINK.
2026 Pickup/Delivery Schedule
Mid-April to early May (weather dependent) Serving IA, IL, IN, MO, MN, ND, SD, WI & Pickup (free) – River Falls, WI exact location emailed 7–10 days prior Shipping available at checkout (limited routes)
Bulk / Commercial? Looking for more than 5 ORDER IN BULK.
Spots are strictly limited – we sold out last year and had to turn away additional orders. When they’re gone, they’re gone.
Secure your 2026 bees before the rush → Add to cart and use EARLY20
By placing your order, you agree to all terms, pickup/shipping policies, and our 100% live-arrival guarantee on shipped packages.
Questions? Call or text anytime – we answer fast. (715) 716-2683
See you in the beeyard, – The Kinni Bees Crew
Shipping Guarantees
We do everything in our power to ensure when the bees leave us, and they stand the best chance to make it to your possession alive and with vigor. However, as soon as we hand them off to the shipper, we cannot guarantee how they are treated, weather, unforeseen acts or incidences, or the speed at which they get to you beyond any shipping guarantees backed by the shipper. We cannot guarantee the bees or queen if shipped, and we will do what we reasonably can in a case-by-case situation. These case-by-case situations are at the full descretion of us and are no guarantee to help in a case that results in dead bees or similar. Please reach out with your concerns or incidences, and we will see if we can help. By purchasing the product, you acknowledge you agree to these terms and our other terms located throughout our site and located in our footers.
Additional Terms and Conditions
The bees are my responsibility once they leave Kinnickinnic Bees possession. Kinnickinnic Bees is not responsible if my bees develop diseases, contract pests, swarm, die, or perform less than my expectations. I understand I am responsible for caring for them from this day forward, and I will not hold anyone liable for any reason concerning the bees received from Kinnickinnic Bees or any affiliates, staff, or similar. You can review all the terms at https://www.kinnibees.com/store-policy
Upon inspecting my bees within 7 days of acquisition, if they are discovered to be less than healthy or otherwise unsatisfactory, I agree to contact Kinnickinnic Bees directly and discuss the issue to work out a reasonable solution (eg. reduced cost order, free shipping, etc).
I release Kinnickinnic Bees/ Parent Company(s)/ Staff/ Owners (them) from all liability relating to injuries that may occur while picking up bees or handling bees from them and agree not to bring a lawsuit against them for any reason.
I understand that bees are preferred pickup and will not be delivered to me from Kinnickinnic Bees if it is deemed undeliverable for any reason. I understand that my pickup location and pickup date are critical to the quality of my bees. I understand that there may be a restocking fee if I change my pickup location or pickup date.
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