Pollinator Week — recognized internationally, observed the third week of June in the US — celebrates each and every pollinator on the planet.
Read MoreCommon throughout the mid to southeastern United States, the carpenter-mimic bee (or copycat bee) has earned its name.
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Read MoreIn this article, I’ll discuss our experience trying to manage varroa mites our first couple years in beekeeping, some lessons we learned, a new way of approaching varroa management, and address some common questions about our management plan.
Read MoreAdd to Favorites Many people are familiar with the look of a common Langstroth beehive. They can easily recognize the classic white stacked (or sometimes colorfully painted) boxes forming a …
Read MoreOne of the best things about a Langstroth beehive is its adaptability. By using optional pieces of beehive equipment like a slatted rack and robbing screen, you can adapt your beehive to suit local conditions.
Read MoreIn the beginning, we didn’t have any extra honey, but after a while, we had more than our family could use and we decided to sell some.
Read MoreI want to make mason bee homes. I plan to try drilling a wood block, but also try bamboo. Since moisture is an issue with bamboo, has anyone tried drying the bamboo out in a low temp oven? Do they have suggestions about how long and at what temperature to dry the bamboo?
Read MoreAdd to Favorites Just as you can alter the entrance to your Langstroth beehive, you can also alter the top. Two pieces of optional equipment to consider are a screened …
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