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…
Did you know a single beehive can make up to 60 pounds of honey in a year? Extracting honey is a rewarding task for beekeepers. With the right steps, you can enjoy top-quality honey. Let’s explore the simple honey extraction…
As a beekeeper, I’ve seen my share of bee colonies that are a bit feisty. Did you know that aggression in bees can come from their genes or the environment? For example, when there’s no nectar or a storm is…
As a beekeeper, you know how important it is to keep the hive calm. Did you know that the right smoker fuel can really help with that? A well-used smoker can calm the bees, making hive checks easier. In this…