The Critical Role of a Queen-Right Hive in Bee Survival
Queen right bees refer to bees in a hive where the queen’s functioning is normal and the colony is stable. […]
Beekeeping Basics
How To Kill African Bees Safely and Effectively
We take a look at how to kill African bees. In some areas of the world, it is important to
Lemongrass Oil for Honey Bees: How to Use This Natural Attractant
Lemongrass oil for bees is regularly promoted as a way of attracting bees to hives. Evidence suggests this works. We
Can Worker Bees Lay Eggs? The Surprising Truth
Can worker bees lay eggs? Under certain extraordinary circumstances, worker bees can lay eggs. One special race of bees can
How Many Splits Can Be Made From One Hive?
We take a look at how many splits can be made from one hive. Naturally, there are a lot of
What Happens If You Kill A Queen Bee
In this article, we take a look at what happens if you kill a queen bee. Killing the queen bee
How to Feed Bees with the Mountain Camp Method: Step-by-Step
The Mountain Camp method of feeding bees is a simple method to place dry granulated sugar on the top of
How Long Can Bees Stay In A Nuc?
A nucleus hive, or nuc, is a smaller hive box that has a number of uses. In this article, we
Do Bees Stay In Their Hives In The Winter?
Do bees stay in their hives in the winter? This will depend on where you stay. In the colder parts
When To Add A Second Brood Box
At some point as beekeepers, we are tempted to ask when to add a second brood box? Adding a second
The Best Plants For Honey Production
What are the best plants for honey production? There are many different nectar flowers in the world. Some produce a
How Much Does A Queen Bee Cost?
How much does a queen bee cost? In this article, we have a look at how to source queen bees,
When Do Bees Go Away? Best Science Explanation
If we look at a flower patch, bees can sometimes seem to be a bit mysterious as to when they
What Is The Difference Between Raw Honey and Pure Honey?
When we ask what is the difference between raw honey and pure honey we open a can of worms. There
Complete Guide to Deep Hive Body Dimensions for Beekeepers
When it comes to beekeeping, getting your deep hive body dimensions right is critical to getting a Langstroth hive to
From Lawn to Wildflower Meadow: How to Rewild Your Yard for Honey Bees
The choice between having a wildflower meadow instead of a lawn is an interesting one. In this article, we look
Do Queen Bees Leave the Hive? Fascinating Hive Facts
Does a queen bee leave the hive? Yes. In this article, we go into a bit more depth on this
Why Don’t Bees Sting Beekeepers?
Why don’t bees sting beekeepers? I’m going to let you in on a little secret – bees do sting beekeepers,
Top 6 Bee Species Every Beekeeper Should Know About [And How To Tell]
People often ask about the types of bees that exist. The simple answer is there are a really really large
Chalkbrood Treatment: How to Protect Your Hive
In this article, we have a look at chalkbrood and how to deal with it. This fungal pathogen of bees
How To Get Rid Of Bee Nests In The Ground
In this article, we take a look at how to get rid of bee nests in the ground. Ground bees
Can Bees Bite Humans? Ultimate Guide To The Stingless Bee
People often mistake a bee sting with a bee bite. This article investigates which bees can bite humans. In so
What Eats Bees In The Food Chain
Bees are insects and insects are food to many animals. Bees also store honey, and a beehive contains a lot
How To Make A Candy Board For Bees
There are many ways that we can feed our bees. A candy board is a clever way to help our
How Much Honey Can You Get From One Hive?
One of the most common questions I get asked is how much honey can you get from one hive? This
How To Find The Queen Bee In A Hive
In this article, we have a look at how to find the queen bee in a hive. To get this
Best 3 Quick Fixes for Bees’ Nests in Wall Cavities
If you’ve ever heard a faint buzzing coming from your walls or noticed bees hovering around your home, you’re not
Bees and Your Neighbours and The Law
In this article, we take a look at bees and your neighbors and the law. We investigate whether it is
How To Split A Beehive Without A Queen
In this article, we show you how to split a beehive without a queen. Splitting beehives allows us to increase
How Does A Bee Get Oxygen? Amazing Bee’s Breathing System
How does a bee get oxygen? In this article, we show that bees do not have lungs, but look at