Drone Comb for Mite Minimization Drone Comb for Mite Minimization A senior beekeeper at Field Day one year told me that in this era of beekeeping, all colonies have mites. The problem is what happens when the mite population gets out of control.I scoffed. Convinced I couldn’t possibly … Mann Lake 8 years ago
Getting Bees Ready for Winter in The Northeast Getting Bees Ready for Winter in The Northeast Jack Frost is telling us that the growing season is over and we must prepare the hives for winter. Hopefully we have left enough honey and pollen to carry the bees through the winter until the dandelions bloom next sprin… Mann Lake 8 years ago
Clean-up of Hives That Didn't Survive Clean-up of Hives That Didn't Survive Bees die. But spring is the season of renewal. Finding a dead hive is discouraging, but please don’t give up. Bees need us. So what do you do with “dead-outs” as they’re commonly called? Dealing w… 8 years ago
Hive Colors & Bears Hive Colors & Bears By Charlotte HubbardRecently, as I put paint on my hands, jeans, shoes, dog and oh, occasionally a hive body, I thought of a question “newbees” often ask, “How do you decide what color to paint your hives?” After I answe… Charlotte Hubbard 8 years ago
How To Make Beeswax Candles Beekeeping Beeswax Candle Making Candles DIY How To Make Beeswax Candles After honey, the next most common byproduct of the beehive is beeswax. Beeswax candles made from 100% pure beeswax are of the highest quality. These candles burn longer, emit a natural honey aroma, and make perfect gifts… Virginia Webb, Master Beekeeper 8 years ago
One Thing Two Experts Wish Newbees Knew One Thing Two Experts Wish Newbees Knew By Camilla BeeOn the eve before Kelley’s Field Day back in 2012, I had the privilege of hanging outside the hive with Michael Bush. For any newbees unfamiliar with his name, he’s one of the leading voices for natural, pr… Camilla Bee 9 years ago
How To Extract Honey - For Newbees Beekeeping Beekeeping Equipment Bees Beginner Beginner Beekeeping Extracting Honey Honey Bees How To Extract Honey - For Newbees When it comes to beekeeping, many new beekeepers have questions, specifically about honey. One question we hear most is, “When will I get honey, and what do I need to extract it from the hive?” Usually, you w… Mann Lake 9 years ago
