How Much Honey Per Frame?
When we start planning our beekeeping business or season, we often get tempted to predict the output. How much honey […]
Bee Keeping Apiculture
Protect Pollinators: Adopt a Hive & Save Bees Now!
Many people are aware that the honeybee and generally all other bee species are in decline globally. Adopting a hive
What Temperature Do Wasps Stop Flying? [All you need to know]
Wasps are fascinating creatures with a unique relationship to temperature. As temperatures drop, many wonder: at what temperature do wasps
How Oxalic Acid Affects Honey Supers: A Complete Guide
Oxalic acid is becoming more and more widely used as a treatment for varroa mites. Many people wonder about oxalic
Bees Left Behind After A Swarm
Often when bees abscond or swarm from a resting site, we find bees left behind after a swarm. This is
The Ultimate Guide To A Bee With An Orange Stripe
If you’re trying to identify a bee with an orange stripe or a bee with an orange abdomen, there are
What Is Bee Brood – All Your Questions Answered
What is bee brood? This is the next generation of bees – it is the part of the hive that
The BEST Ultra Bee Pollen Substitute in 2024 [Revealed]
Pollen is an essential part of the honeybee hive’s nutrition providing protein, lipids, vitamins, and minerals. Pollen substitutes, such as
When Is Honey Harvested? Professional Guide To Variables
When is honey harvested? The short answer is when there is honey to harvest! Bees are not like cows, where
Lemongrass: Nature’s Bee Bait—How to Use it Effectively
Does lemongrass attract bees? The short answer is yes. The long and fun answer is the rest of this article.
Beekeepers Guide to Natural Beehives: How to Spot Them
The types of natural beehives are really determined by the places bees decide to build their nests. Different locations require
The Ultimate Guide to Crafting a Wooden Observation Hive
You get observation hives and then you get cool observation hives! Observation hives are a lot of fun – they
How To Build A Beehive Stand [Beekeeper Know How]
There are a number of reasons why we need to know how to build a beehive stand. These are only
How Many Brood Boxes Should A Hive Have?
How many brood boxes should a hive have? How many rooms should your house have? Bees much like humans are
How Long Can A Queen Bee Live In A Cage
There are times when we need to place a queen in a cage – this naturally places her under stress.
Are Bee Skeps Illegal? Understanding the Law
Are bee skeps illegal? Well, this depends on where you are and what the laws are. These ancient beehives are
At What Temperature Do Bees Come Out
Bees are able to partially regulate their body temperature and can fly for short periods at temperatures below 55°F. At
Are Black Bees Poisonous? [Everything you need to know]
Black bees are a common term for a type of carpenter bee. Carpenter bees are wood nesting bees, gentle souls,
Natural Varroa Mite Control: How to Use Powdered Sugar on Your Bees [Need to Know]
Varroa mites are horrible pests that can rapidly kill a hive. These small parasitic mites can be controlled with a
How Much Honey To Leave Bees For Winter
When it comes to deciding how much honey to leave bees for winter there are many questions we need to
Ground Bees In Wisconsin: How to Identify and Control
Depending on where you are in the world, ground bees mean different things. Ground bees in Wisconsin refer to solitary
What Does Bee Poop Look Like? A Beekeeper’s Guide
We are a funny species. Especially when it comes to poop. Something about poop entertains us and scares us. On
How To Extract Honey From Comb At Home [Best Methods]
When we produce a little bit of honey for ourselves, it is very different from commercial beekeeping and we can
How To Melt Beeswax In A Microwave [A Cautionary Tale You Need to Know]
How to melt beeswax in a microwave – you just don’t. I know a lot about beeswax – I have
How To Get Rid Of Leaf Cutter Bees
Leaf cutter bees are an essential part of our ecosystem – but they do make unsightly holes in some types
How To Get Bees Out Of Your House
How to get bees out of your house? First, we need to figure out why bees are in your house.
Why Bees Swarm Cars in Spring and How to Keep Them Out [Best Tip]
In spring I often get calls from people with bees in their cars. So let’s ask “Why do bees swarm
How Many Bees Are In A Hive Box? Beekeeping Explained
How many bees are in a hive box? This is a bit like asking how many people are in a
Who To Call For A Beehive Removal
Who to call for a beehive removal? The bee person!! Normally if you call your local fire department, they will
Warre Hive or Langstroth Hive? A Complete Guide for Beekeepers
In this article, we will take a look at the Warre hive vs Langstroth hive. Both are excellent hive tyes,