Beekeeping has become a popular hobby in Virgina. In 2018 the state of Virginia rolled out the Beehive Distribution Program. Through this program, beekeepers over the age of 18 could apply to receive 3 free beehives. Last winter beekeepers lost 60% of their colonies due to weather and disease. Virginia set up this program in order to help declining honey bee populations and promote pollination. In fact, the Beehive Distribution Program did so well that applications have been put on hold for now, as the number of beekeepers that have applied have exceeded their expectations. But if you are interested in beekeeping in Virginia, don’t let that deter you. Virginia…