Swarming season means it is time for honeybees to reproduce. Swarming takes place for more than two to three weeks at a time. Sometimes there are after-swarms which are secondary swarms that occur...
Category: Bees
Finding dead bees in your hive is always heartbreaking. But examining the dead bees and noting their location and their condition can help you understand what is wrong with your hive’s...
Like all living things, bees need water to survive. Without clean water, your hive will quickly perish. When you are starting your hive and deciding the best location for it, you should think about...
There are many reasons a beekeeper might move bees from one hive to another. There may be a structural problem or a pest infestation in a hive, making an evacuation necessary. Your hive could be...
Humans aren’t the only ones who enjoy snacking on honey. When it comes to protecting a beehive from intruders, many beekeepers find themselves battling nature’s most notorious sweet tooth: the...
Once you have the basics down, beekeeping is a simple and rewarding pastime. Unfortunately, many people’s interest in beekeeping is overshadowed by their fear of bees. Some of us have never shaken...