Swarm Traps and Bait Hives: How to Choose, Set Up and Check Them
Learn what makes a good swarm trap, how to bait and place it, when to check it and how to move a captured swarm into a permanent hive.
Revitalize Your Hive: Old Comb Replacement Tips
As a beekeeper, I’ve learned that keeping a healthy hive is key. It’s important for my bees’ health and the quality of honey. A surprising fact is that beeswax comb can harbor diseases and pests that harm a colony if…
Beekeeping Regulations and Neighbors: What You Need to Know
Did you know over 1.5 million Americans keep bees in their backyards? As a beekeeper, knowing local regulations is key to avoid conflicts with your neighbors. I’ve seen many beekeepers run into problems because they didn’t know the local laws.…
Impact of Air Pollution on Bee Health
Did you know that nearly 1 in 3 bees in the United States are exposed to air pollutants that can harm their health? As someone who cares about the environment, I want to share how air quality impacts our important…
Winter Survival Basics for New Hives
As a beekeeper, I’ve seen how harsh winters can hurt bee colonies. Nearly 30% of bee colonies in the United States perish each year due to inadequate preparation for winter. It’s vital to keep your bees safe during the cold…
Utilizing Queen Excluders Effectively in Beekeeping
Did you know a single honey bee colony can make up to 100 pounds of honey each year? As a beekeeper, keeping your colony healthy and productive is key. Using queen excluders is a great way to do this. They…
Honey Bee Immune System Boost: Tips & Tricks
As a beekeeper, I’ve learned that keeping bees healthy is key. I’ll share my best tips to help your colony stay well. With the right strategies, your bees can thrive. They’ll help with pollination and make lots of honey. Key…
Combining Hives and Colonies: A Beginner’s Guide
Did you know that nearly 40% of bee colonies in the United States face challenges? These challenges can lead to their decline or loss. As a beekeeper, it’s key to know how to merge colonies well. Combining hives and colonies…
Swarm Prevention and Control: Keeping Pests at Bay
As a homeowner, you know how annoying swarms of pests can be. A single rodent can ruin up to 20 food items and cause allergies in some. This shows why effective pest management is key in our daily lives. Dealing…
Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) Research: Insights and Findings
A startling fact has emerged: managed honey bee colonies in the United States suffered significant losses over the winters of 2006/2007 and 2007 At least 18 episodes of unusually high colony mortality were documented internationally. This happened as far back…