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If you ask a beekeeper a question, you may get many different answers. We will provide the building blocks for your beekeeping experience. The method of beekeeping that will be used is determined by your geographic location. We will present new product instructions for you to review to increase your knowledge of beekeeping.
8-Frame vs 10-Frame Beehives: Which to Choose?
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, …
Beekeeping Tips for August
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 …
Beehive Placement 101
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 …
How East Hill Honey Went From Hobby to a Bustling Business
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 …
June Beekeeping Tips
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 …
May Beekeeping Tips
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 …
How to Install Your Package Bees
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 …
April Beekeeping Tips
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. April In …