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An Extraction Attraction

An Extraction Attraction

“The fruit of your own hard work is the sweetest.” –Deepika Padukone, Indian Film Actress One really can’t take full credit for a honey harvest. I mean the bees do most of the work, I’m really just there to collect. D…
6 years ago
A Queen's Demeanor

A Queen's Demeanor

“I will do what queens do. I will rule.” –Daenerys Targaryen, Game of Thrones If the quote above or references to J.R.R. Tolkien and Star Wars in previous posts weren’t enough of an indication, I’m a nerd. In my defens…
6 years ago
A Basic Guide To Installing Bee Packages
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A Basic Guide To Installing Bee Packages

Honey bee packages make it easier than ever to get your hives buzzing. With a little online research, you can purchaselive package bees that fit your preferences based on their features. After that, you simply have…
Mann Lake 6 years ago
Is Honey Acidic or Alkaline?
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Is Honey Acidic or Alkaline?

Honey is a mixture of water, sugars, and trace amounts of vitamins and minerals. These components affect its acidity level, which influences the honey’s taste, texture, and scent. Honey is acidic. This is determine…
Mann Lake 6 years ago
2 Vital Reasons Why Bees Are So Important
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2 Vital Reasons Why Bees Are So Important

Everyone knows at least a few things about bees. The honey bee visits flowers and makes honey. They live in colonies and protect the queen bee. Many people also know there’s a great effort to save bee populations, but …
Mann Lake 6 years ago
How To Make A Beehive Moisture Board
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How To Make A Beehive Moisture Board

Once winter hits, your honey bees will be working hard to keep the inside of the hive warm. Unfortunately, the heat they produce comes with a dangerous side effect: moisture. Proper ventilation can keep moisture from bui…
Mann Lake 6 years ago
An Introduction To The Brood Nest
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An Introduction To The Brood Nest

As a beekeeper, you need to know how the different parts of your beehive come together to make a thriving colony. While you have the chance to see all your honey bees and their home during inspections, there’s still plen…
Mann Lake 6 years ago
How To Keep Animals Away From Your Beehives
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How To Keep Animals Away From Your Beehives

One of the best reasons to keephoney bees is the sweet, golden honey you can collect every summer. Unfortunately, humans aren’t the only creatures interested in the treasures of a buzzing beehive. Part of protectin…
Mann Lake 6 years ago
Why Honeycombs Look The Way They Do
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Why Honeycombs Look The Way They Do

Have you ever taken a peekinside a beehive? Beneath all the busy, buzzing honey bees, you’ll see the waxy, hexagonal foundation of the hive. Everything a honey bee does is for the betterment of the hive—including m…
Mann Lake 6 years ago
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