Island-paired queens
I offer island-mated queens bred under controlled conditions on three carefully selected islands around Zealand. These islands are characterised by their lush nature, isolated location and stable biodiversity - perfect environments for targeted and clean mating.
Isolated and controlled mating conditions
Island-paired queens differ from free-paired queens in that I have full control over the genetic origin of both the queens and the drones. For each island, special quality drones are selected from daughters of tested and approved breeding queens. All potential beekeepers on the islands are informed and only have bee families based on the same lines, supplied directly by us. This ensures clean mating and high genetic safety.
Documented breeding work
All island-mated queens are marked with two different colour markings, clearly indicating that they are island-mated. In addition, complete pedigrees of both queens and drones used are included - available on request. This gives the beekeeper full insight into the queen's genetic background and makes them suitable for F1 production.
Developed with a focus on variety and features
My island-mated queens come from premium, tested breeder queens. Virgin queens are brought to the islands where they are mated with drones from daughters of selected drone families. By combining several lines with different traits - such as calm behaviour, low swarminess, good disease resistance and high productivity - I create queens that suit different needs and environments.
Ordering abroad
Island-paired queens for customers outside Denmark are ordered and paid for through my partner Buckfast Denmark.