Package Bees & Nucs for Sale in South Dakota | Little Apiary
Package Bees & Nucs for Sale in South Dakota
Looking for bees in South Dakota? Little Apiary on the Prairie delivers package bees, nucleus colonies (nucs), and queen bees to eight (8) South Dakota locations every spring.
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Where Can I Pick Up Bees in South Dakota?
We deliver to these South Dakota cities along our 2026 bee delivery route, spanning the state from the Black Hills to the Big Sioux River. We provide convenient pickup points for beekeepers across the entire South Dakota prairie.
• Mitchell
• Murdo
• Wall
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When Are Bees Delivered to South Dakota?
South Dakota is part of Wave 1, with pickups scheduled for April 16–19, 2026.
These mid-April dates are ideal for getting a head start on the season. If you prefer a later installation once the weather is warmer, we have a second wave of deliveries available for North Dakota and Northern Minnesota starting April 29th.
You can also view our complete 2026 Bee Pickup Calendar to compare all 50+ stops and dates across both waves.
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What Bees Are Available in South Dakota?
Package Bees — $150
3 pounds of package bees with a mated queen. Choose Carniolan bees (well-suited for cold South Dakota winters) or Italian bees (ideal for honey production).
5-Frame Nucs — $188.50
Established mini-colonies with a laying queen, drawn comb, and brood. A great option for beginners and beekeepers seeking higher first-year success.
Minnesota Overwintered Nucs — $205
Premium survivor stock that successfully overwintered in a northern climate. Proven cold-hardy genetics for serious South Dakota beekeepers.
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Why South Dakota Beekeepers Choose Little Apiary
✓ Local pickup — no shipping stress
✓ Bees bred for cold climates
✓ Family-owned since 2018
✓ Personal service — call us at (701) 809-0153
✓ We sell out every year — order early!
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Ready to Order Package Bees & Nucs Near South Dakota?
Questions? Call (701) 809-0153