Ian Steppler, married to Sandy, father of 5, farms with his family near Miami Manitoba Canada. His family farm is a third generation farm started by Ians grandfather and carried forward by his parents. Nearly 10 years ago, Ians 3 brothers, parents has restructured the farm into a company and have since expanded into a large grain, cattle and Beekeeping operation. They crop 3500 acres of land, calve 5-600 head of pure bred Charolais cattle and manage a 1200-1500 hive apiary. Since Ian bought his first 4 hives 19 years ago he has dedicated his life passion towards beekeeping. Ian credits the current standing of his apiary to others on whom he has leaned on over the years to help guide him though many management, logistical and husbandry issues. Ian is a big believer in paying it forward which motivates him to share his successes and failures with others. Follow Ians channel to submerse yourself into the world of a Canadian commercial beekeeper life! Subscribe!