You invest a ton of time and energy into building, maintaining, and harvesting honey from your beehives – so the last thing you need is for an animal to get into them and ruin all your hard work. From mice to bears to wasps, marauding animals can wreak havoc on, and even destroy, your beehives. Some of these animal vandals eat …
As with any hobby or career, choosing the right equipment is vital. What works for one beekeeper might not be what works for you, which is why research and understanding your options is important. In beekeeping, there are two main types of hives: 8-frame and 10-frame beehives. Which you choose is up to multiple factors and preferences. With that in mind, …
The beekeeper’s calendar is directly linked to the seasons. Preparing your hives for changes in temperature and shifts in the weather — before they happen — is crucial for raising healthy, strong colonies. While there are a number of variables that affect the timing of these tasks, getting a head start, and preparing your equipment is always a good idea. August As …
So you've decided to venture into the luxurious, rich, and rewarding world of beekeeping. You've got your gear, you have a love of tiny winged things, now you need to build them a home. The question arises, "Where do I put the hive?" Time to break out that old real estate chestnut, location location location. Figuring out the best beehive placement …
Wouldn't it be nice to turn that weekend hobby into a full-time job? That's exactly what Tommy Van Horn of St. Ambrose Apiaries managed to do. He assured us it wasn't an easy process. "At times it seems like a convoluted mess," he said. But the success of East Hill Honey and St. Ambrose Apiaries proves that starting your own beekeeping business is …
The beekeeper’s calendar is directly linked to the seasons. Preparing your hives for changes in temperature and shifts in the weather — before they happen — is crucial for raising healthy, strong colonies. While there are a number of variables that affect the timing of these tasks, getting a head start, and preparing your equipment is always a good idea. June The …
The beekeeper’s calendar is directly linked to the seasons. Preparing your hives for changes in temperature and shifts in the weather — before they happen — is crucial for raising healthy, strong colonies. While there are a number of variables that affect the timing of these tasks, getting a head start, and preparing your equipment is always a good idea. May By …
Did you know that around 90% of wild plants depend on pollination to survive? Bees are an important part of our daily lives, even though most people aren't aware of the impact they have on our environment. Many people have taken up having beehives either as their career or as a hobby. Knowing how to install your bees into a hive is vital to …