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Should You Feed Native Bees?

Should you feed native bees? Josh Vaisman explains the whys and why nots.

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How to Make Pollen Patties
September 9, 2022 · · Health & Pests

To get started making your own patties, you’ll need a recipe. Many are readily available online with many folks adding various supplements such as essential oils, amino acids, or probiotics. However, it’s often best to begin by keeping it simple.

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Feeding Honey Bees 101
September 9, 2022 · · Hive Highlights

Feeding honey bees? Wait a sec! I thought that’s the reason we got honey bees … so they can feed us.

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Making Splits: Nucleus Colony
September 1, 2022 · · Hives & Equipment

Making a nucleus colony is a simple skill that any beekeeper at any stage can readily accomplish when keeping a few basics in mind.

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Honey Cranberry Orange Muffins
August 31, 2022 · · Honey & Beeswax, Recipes

It’s quite safe to say that cranberry orange muffins are a family favorite. I hope you enjoy these mildly sweet, satisfying bites of autumn.

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Honey Pumpkin Maple Granola

This honey pumpkin maple granola is a fun recipe for the whole family. Not only is it tasty, but it uses honey and maple syrup to sweeten.

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When Art and Science Mesh:

Those who mesh together both art and science are a decidedly rare breed. For Dr. Barrett Klein, what started as a boyhood interest in bugs went to a whole new level.

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Varroa Treatments Explained
August 26, 2022 · · Health & Pests

Treatments to combat varroa vary. This article will help you start your quest to select the best varroa treatments for your apiary and management practices.

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Is It Really Honey?

Adulteration of honey is a big problem. So, what, exactly, is fake honey and how does it affect the honey industry and why is it done?

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Mead: The Ancient Elixir
August 25, 2022 · · Honey & Beeswax

There are literally hundreds of different recipes and processes for making mead; however, there are potential mistakes common to all.

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