Bees are essential to the world in many ways. They pollinate plants, produce honey and beeswax, and are necessary for our food supply. It’s no secret that the bee population worldwide is declining. Here’s what you need to know about why this is happening and how you can help your local bee population thrive! Why…
Vulture bees are one of the most extraordinary insects – they’re black and yellow, and they make their pollen! Vulture bees are just as common as honeybees, with estimates of around 40,000 vulture bee colonies in the United States alone. And while it might seem surprising that vulture bees would choose meat to make their…
We as beekeepers only want what is best for our stinger friends, and any good beekeeper knows that hive placement is one of the first things to consider when they have bees. There are many ways to place your beehives correctly, but one of the most important is the sun to shade ratio. Most beekeepers…
Did you know that by plants for bees in your garden, along with other inviting elements, you are helping to care, and cultivate an environment that supports biodiversity? When I first became a beekeeper, or “bee guardian,” as I call it, I didn’t know this! Bees ultimately ensure the retention in the diversity of our…
Finding the queen bee in your hives can be a challenging activity, even for an experienced beekeeper! Some queens are plump and shine like a gold beacon on the frames, while others can seem to have camouflage. Learning how to find the queen bee is one of the most frustrating lessons, and having a quality…
As the seasons change during the year, it can become more and more difficult to protect your hives from the weather conditions. Sometimes, things out of our control tend to happen, and as beekeepers, we would want to help our little stinger friends be the most comfortable they can possibly be. Once you have reduced…
During the summertime, your bees will take care of themselves. All you need to do is occasionally check up on them every couple of weeks and head off any problems before they could get severe and snowball. It is crucial to give your bees adequate shade in summer to protect them from the hot sun….
When we decide to start raising honey bees, one of the things we need to consider is the safety of our other animals or pets. If you have a large property, you can easily put your hives away from the other animals. But the problem surfaces when you have a smaller yard, so you have…
Beekeeping is such an enjoyable and rewarding experience that most beekeepers, especially new beekeepers, wonder if you could earn a full-time income doing it. Is it both possible and realistic to become a profitable full-time beekeeper, and if so, how many hives do you need? According to the department of agriculture, a beekeeping enterprise needs…
Have you ever wondered where your bees go during these extreme weather effects? We know our bees are beautiful, vulnerable creatures, and we sometimes worry about them, leaving us wondering if we are worrying a little too much! Most bees do hibernate during the winter, and they can survive some of the coldest winters. They…
