2024 NUC (nucleus colony) with 2024 Pointer Bee Farm Queen (open mated production queen)  These are queens from our mating yards located in New Jersey. In most cases they are a random mix of all the different lines that we raise. When purchasing (or pre-purchasing) this item you will get a 5 Frame Deep Nucleus Colony with a young, 2024 Pointer Bee Farm Mated Queen installed and laying. Our NUCS come in a 5 Frame deep cardboard box. So there is no need to bring your own equipment when picking up your nuc. Our Nuc configuration consists of 3 to 4 deep frames of bees / brood & 1 to 2 frame of honey / pollen. We estimate for the 2023 season that our 5 Frame Nucs should be ready to pick up the second or thered week of May. Of course this depends on the weather and could vary a few weeks earlier or later... In the event of any unforeseen circumstances that might prevent us from supplying your nuc during the 2024 season, we will offer a full refund of the purchase price through PayPal. Our Nucs are available for local pickup only, we do not ship Nucs. Thanks for your Business! Disclaimer: Picture shown on this product is for representation only, and is not an exact picture of the product you are purchasing. If you arrive to pick up your nuc(s) and decide you don't like them, we will allow you to cancel your order at that time and we will refund you the purchase price of the nuc only. The refund will not cover your travel expenses or any other costs other than the purchase price of the nuc. Any order cancellations will be refunded via the same method that payment was made, through PayPal. Due to the nature of beekeeping there is no warranty on NUCS after they leave our farm. By completing this purchase you understand that you are agreeing to the terms in this item description.