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Check your hives to monitor the health of your bees and spot problems that need to be fixed. Here's a step-by-step guide about when, how and why to inspect.

Beekeepers at all levels of experience make mistakes. As a newbie though you’ll probably be more prone to some of them. Here’s a list to help you avoid some of them (including our own foul-ups).

A nectar dearth can occur any time that plants slow down production of their sugary, sweet liquid needed for making honey. Learn to recognize and deal with it.

Harsh winter weather stresses your bees. Keeping your local climate in mind, take these steps to help your colony survive until spring.

The aptly named Varroa destructor mite is virtually unavoidable. Learn how to monitor and manage it to minimize its impact and maintain healthy, surviving colonies.