Beekeeping is an exercise in continuing education, experimentation, and acceptance.
So the weather is warming up, and you can hardly wait to get in and see your bees again! Winter has been long, you’ve missed them, and you’re hoping they’ve survived the winter! What should you be looking for in the early spring, and what can you do to help them get ready for the…
As a beekeeper, you will see queen cups in your hive. It’s one common concern I see or hear about often, especially in the spring and summer months when the bees are very active. Many new beekeepers see queen cups and immediately worry that something is wrong. Some new beekeepers do not know what the…
Your bees made it through the winter. Congratulations! It’s a rewarding and exciting time for beekeepers! One question that I keep hearing once spring time approaches: Can I split my beehives now? Can I do it now? How about now? When can I split my bees?!? Sunshine, warmer weather, and bee activity may make you…
Beehive entrance reducers can be a very helpful tool for beekeepers. Here is how and when to use them.
Nucs, packages, installation. It sounded like another language to me when my husband, the original honey bee obsessed member of our family, wanted to begin beekeeping. Should we start with a “nuc” (nucleus) colony or package bees? Does it matter? The nuc colony is the best option for buying bees. New beekeepers, especially, should begin…
There is an overwhelming amount of beekeeping equipment available, but do you need all of it? This will tell you what is essential, not needed, or highly recommended.
Deadouts are a part of beekeeping. This is how you can inspect a deadout to learn why your honey bees died, and how to clean it out and reuse it for a new bee colony.
How hard is beekeeping? What you should know to help you decide whether or not beekeeping is a good hobby for you.
Beekeepers use a beehive smoker to help calm the honeybees when inspecting the hives. Smoke and sugar syrup are useful tools for beekeepers.