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Beekeeping | How To

How To Winterize A Beehive + 10-Point Checklist

September 10, 2024September 10, 2024

Beekeeping requires time and money, so the last thing you want is cold weather to wipe out your colony. Preparing beehives for winter isn’t difficult, but it’s essential if you…

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How To | Beekeeping

How Many Beehives To Start Beekeeping?

August 4, 2023February 16, 2024

Do you want to start beekeeping but don’t know how many hives are optimal? A single hive may not be worth your time, while too many hives for a beginner…

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Containers of honey from the crush and strain technique
How To | Beekeeping

How To Crush And Strain Honey [8 Simple Steps]

July 30, 2023February 16, 2024

Extracting honey from the comb can be as simple or complicated as you make it. While an extractor makes light work of frames, the crush and strain method is still…

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How Beekeepers Can Stay Cool In Summer
Beekeeping | How To

9 Tips For Beekeepers To Stay Cool During Hot Summer Days

July 29, 2023February 16, 2024

Beekeeping in hot weather can be detrimental to both your health and productivity. It’s crucial to stay cool and maintain a comfortable working environment. Here are nine practical tips for…

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Firefighters trying to put out a wildfire that is close to beehives
Beekeeping | How To

How To Safely Keep Bees During Fire Season

July 14, 2023February 16, 2024

Wildfires are an unwanted by-product of hot, dry weather. Combine these conditions with high winds, and you have a recipe for uncontrollable fires. This guide looks at beekeeping best practices…

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A beekeeper in a protective suit with hot weather and a thermometer in the background
Beekeeping | How To

14 Ways To Keep Hives Cool In Summer

July 11, 2023February 16, 2024

All products were chosen independently by our editorial team. This review contains affiliate links, and we may receive a commission for purchases. Please read our affiliate disclosure page to find…

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A woman beekeeper holding a sign saying varroa mites next to a beehive
How To | Beekeeping | Problem Solving

How To Test For Varroa Mites [3 Ways]

July 3, 2023February 16, 2024

Varroa mites multiply quickly, spreading bee viruses through the colony. These pests are a significant threat to honey bees if left untreated. There is a range of effective varroa mite…

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A close up of ants and a beekeeper checking hives for ants.
How To | Beekeeping | Problem Solving

How To Keep Ants Out Of Hives [13 Ways]

May 27, 2023February 17, 2024

Ants are a pesky irritation in the kitchen, but for honey bees, they can be a much bigger problem. In large numbers, ants decimate honey supplies that are stored to…

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A beekeeper holding a large jar of honey in his beekeeping suit.
Beekeeping | How To | Problem Solving

Why Is There No Honey In My Hive? [6 Reasons]

April 29, 2023February 17, 2024

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…

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A beekeeper pouring sugar syrup into bee feeders
How To | Beekeeping

How To Feed Bees – A Practical Beekeeper’s Guide

April 26, 2023February 17, 2024

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…

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