Saskatraz Nuc for Sale – 2026 5‑Frame Mated Colony | Varroa‑Resistant & Winter Hardy

The only Saskatraz nuc for sale that combines gentle temperament, high honey yield, and natural mite resistance – delivered as a ready‑to‑install 5‑frame nucleus colony.

Why Choose This Saskatraz Nuc for Sale?

If you are searching for a Saskatraz nuc for sale, you already know this breed outperforms many others in two critical areas: varroa tolerance and winter survival. Developed through the <a href=”https://www.saskatraz.com/” target=”_blank” rel=”dofollow”>official Saskatraz Honeybee Breeding Project</a>, these bees have been naturally selected without chemical miticides since 2009. Our 2026 5‑frame nuc gives you a jump‑start with a young, mated queen and a fully functioning workforce.

What Makes This Saskatraz Nuc for Sale Different?

Feature	Benefit
Varroa‑resistant genetics	Bees detect and remove infested pupae – fewer mite treatments needed
5 deep frames	Drawn comb, brood (capped & open), honey, pollen – immediate establishment
2026 mated queen	Marked, proven layer – arrives ready to expand
Winter‑hardy	Small winter cluster, low feed consumption – ideal for northern states
Gentle on the comb	Calm temperament – work hives with minimal smoke

According to <a href=”https://news.usask.ca/media-release-pages/2014/u-of-s-research-collaboration-with-saskatraz-honeybee-breeding-program-helps-breed-bees-resistant-to-varroa-mites1.php” target=”_blank” rel=”dofollow”>University of Saskatchewan research</a>, Saskatraz colonies show significantly higher hygienic behavior compared to unselected lines.

What’s Included in Your Saskatraz Nuc for Sale

Each Saskatraz nuc for sale contains:

5 deep frames (medium frames available by request)
2–3 frames of mixed brood – eggs, larvae, capped pupae
1–2 frames of honey & pollen – immediate food source
1 mated, marked Saskatraz queen – 2026 laying queen
Reinforced transport box – designed for safe transfer to your hive

You will need your own deep hive body, bottom board, 5 empty frames, feeder, inner cover, outer cover, hive tool, bee suit, gloves, and smoker.

Pricing & Availability for This Saskatraz Nuc for Sale

Item	Price
Full 5‑frame nuc	$199 total
Pre‑order deposit	$99
Balance due at pickup	$100

Minimum order: 1 nuc (no minimum beyond that).
Bulk discount: Contact us for 10+ nucs.

Pickup Details (No Shipping)

This Saskatraz nuc for sale is available for local pickup only – we do not ship nucs.

Location: Hartville Honey – Uniontown, Ohio 44685
Pickup window: Late May – June 2026
Notification: You will receive your exact pickup date ~1 week in advance

If you require a shipped product, consider our <a href=”https://www.meyerbees.com/” target=”_blank” rel=”dofollow”>3‑lb Saskatraz package</a> (available for pickup in Minooka, IL).

Who Should Buy This Saskatraz Nuc for Sale?

Beekeeper Type	Why This Nuc Works
Beginner	An established 5‑frame nuc is easier than a package – comb is drawn, queen is laying
Sideliner (11–50 hives)	Saskatraz performs well in the Midwest and Northeast for honey production and overwintering
Northern beekeeper	If you face long, cold winters, these bees are proven survivors
Mite‑conscious beekeeper	Reduced chemical treatments – support integrated pest management

For EPA guidelines on varroa control, visit <a href=”https://www.epa.gov/pollinator-protection/advisory-applicability-fifra-and-ffdca-substances-used-control-varroa-mites” target=”_blank” rel=”dofollow”>EPA’s advisory on varroa mite substances</a>.