How Much Do Beehives Cost?

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How much do beehives cost? This is like asking how much cars cost! In this article we look at the cost of beekeeping, the beehive price options – from a Rolls Royce beehive all the way down to the scrapyard spares model you can make yourself.

A beehive is anything bees build a nest in. It can be an old tyre, all the way through to a very fancy beehive that measures temperature, weight, bee activity, etc.

What Is A Beehive?

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There are a number of options for a beehive. For simplicity, we will cost a brood box, bottom board, frames, two supers and a lid.

How Much Do Beehives Cost?

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What Is The Cost Of Beekeeping?

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Beesuit

These can be just a veil to cover your face, a jacket bee suit, or a full overall bee suit so you can look a bit like an astronaut. Prices range from $29 to a few hundred dollars for a fancy durable beesuit.

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Smoker

to make smoke to calm the bees. Mass production of these in China has seen an incredible price drop in recent years. Buy a unit with stainless steel construction, and a “burn shield”.

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These range from a few dollars to luxury stainless steel ones with your name laser etched on them. Do not get something that looks like it is made from aluminum or thing metal. These things get lost so easily, that it is also not worth over capitalizing.

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Fire Extinguisher

I always suggest beekeepers have a decent size fire extinguisher in their kit. A 5lb dry powder extinguisher will set you back $20 or so.

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ADVICE

In the unlikely event that you feel a bit strange from a bee sting, retreat to your vehicle, close all the windows, start the engine and turn the aircon on to ensure airflow and that if you do pass out you don’t cook yourself in the car.

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