bee yard

There are 3 major types of hives: Warre, Top Bar and Langstroth. We describe how they each work including pros and cons and why we think you should start with Langstroth.

The short answer is +/- $600 to get going. The ultimate cost to start beekeeping depends on a variety of choices you make. Use our calculator to estimate your costs.

Record keeping helps you learn about your bees and manage your colonies more efficiently, You can create your own, use a template or try a mobile app.

Beginning beekeeping can get rather expensive. Here are some suggestions on how to grow your apiary without breaking your bank account.

Are beekeeping suits white because bees associate dark colors with bears? Or maybe because white absorbs less heat from the sun and summers can be darn hot?