How To Winterize Beehives
Harsh winter weather stresses your bees. Keeping your local climate in mind, take these steps to winterize beehives and help your colonies survive until spring.
Honey Bee Life Cycle
(Why You Need To Know It)
The honey bee life cycle is 4 stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Learn about each stage to gain insights into your colony’s development and health.
What Is Summer Nectar Dearth?
(What To Do For Your Bees)
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.
13 Mistakes New Beekeepers Make
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).
How To Inspect A Beehive
To inspect a beehive, open it and carefully remove frames for visual examination. Inspections are best done midday in favorable weather conditions. Try to minimize the disruption to the bees’ activity. Among other things, inspections help assess the colony’s health and identify issues requiring remediation.
Beekeeping Terms: 12 To Know Upfront
As with any new hobby, understanding some basic beekeeping terms can accelerate your learning process. Here are 12 you should know.
