26 Practical Tips For Using A Beekeeping Suit
Stings are a painful part of beekeeping, so protecting yourself when working with bees makes sense. A beekeeping suit is an essential piece of equipment for beekeepers. While you won’t…
Why Is There No Honey In My Hive? [6 Reasons]
A thriving hive often produces excess honey, meaning beekeepers can harvest a portion for themselves. While this may sound appealing, things don’t always go to plan. The two basic requirements…
What Is A Beekeeping Suit? The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
Beekeeping suits protect beekeepers from aggressive bees and keep them cool on hot days. Combined with a smoker and experience, the risk of getting stung is much less. If you’re…
How To Wash A Beekeeping Suit
Over time, beekeeping suits accumulate pollen, propolis, wax, dirt, and other substances. Regular cleaning will keep your protective clothing looking new. It also removes bee stings and pheromones which may…
How To Feed Bees – A Practical Beekeeper’s Guide
Most of the time, honey bees are self-sufficient and will happily feed themselves. In spring and summer, they usually have a ready supply of nectar and pollen. Their priority is…
How To Attract A Bee Swarm To A Hive [5 Ways]
When bees outgrow their current hive, roughly half will leave in search of a new home. Bee swarming is often a symptom of a healthy colony and may occur several…
18 Tips For Using A Honey Refractometer
Honey refractometers are a helpful tool for measuring the moisture content in honey. While they’re a simple tool, it’s easy to get an incorrect reading if you’re unfamiliar with the…
14 Tips For Keeping Bees Away From Your Pool
Pool owners often battle with honey bees dropping in for a drink, but having them around the pool isn’t ideal. No one wants bee stings or to spend time scooping…
Where To Place A Beehive? 13 Placement Tips
Bees are versatile and adaptable insects, happy to live in a wide range of habitats. Beekeepers have many options for choosing the right location for a beehive. Although you don’t…
Do Bees Sleep? An Essential Bee Slumber Guide
Bees are known for their tireless work ethic, buzzing from flower to flower in search of nectar and pollen. But as the sun sets, do bees take time to rest…