Backyard Beekeeping

Setting Honey Prices, Labeling, and Marketing Homestead Honey

July 13, 2022 · Angi Schneider · Honey & Beeswax

In 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.

Can I Make Mason Bee Homes out of Bamboo?

July 13, 2022 · Rusty Burlew · Ask the Expert, Plants & Pollination

I 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?

How to Customize Your Hive With a Screened Inner Cover and Imirie Shim

July 13, 2022 · Rusty Burlew · Hives & Equipment

Add 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 …

Honeybee, Yellowjacket, Paper Wasp? What’s the Difference?

July 12, 2022 · Backyard Beekeeping Contributor · Beekeeping 101

Sometimes people wonder what stung them and how long the effects will last. Honeybee, Yellowjacket, Paper Wasp? What’s the Difference?

Controlling Varroa Mites with Oxalic Acid Drizzle Method

July 10, 2022 · Backyard Beekeeping Contributor · Health & Pests

It is essential that beekeepers control mites for hive health and survivability. This project used the oxalic acid drizzle method.

How to Harvest Honey — Video Tutorial

July 1, 2022 · Steph Merkle · Hives & Equipment, Honey & Beeswax

In this video tutorial from Backyard Beekeeping and Miller Bee Supply, we’ll take you through the basics steps of harvesting and extracting your honey.