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Dreaming of Summer
Back in the day, bees could take flowers for granted. They just emerged in the spring, feasted, mated, and generally enjoyed life. Nowadays, food and habitat are much more precarious.
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Bumblebees: The Big Buzz Pollinator
Most of us are familiar with bumblebees due to their size, bright colors, and buzz. This calm, passive bee is one of the largest native bees.
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Making Merry
Mead may be one of the oldest fermented drinks invented by man; traces of fermented honey wine found in China date back to 7,000 B.C.
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Fascinating Queen Bee Facts for Today’s Beekeeper
Queen bees are fascinating and sophisticated creatures. Before starting your honey bee farm, there are some queen bee facts you must know in order to be a successful backyard beekeeper.
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Backyard Beekeeping February/March 2022
Backyard Beekeeping February/March 2022 — 2/1 is available NOW! Subscribe to Backyard Beekeeping for great stories on determining why hives failed, feeding honey from another hive, Langstroth hives, and what garden veggies bees actually pollinate. PLUS mad honey, the product of wild bees harvesting from toxic rhododendron species.
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11 Must-Have Beekeeping Supplies for Beginners
Beekeeping can be pricey. Learn how we had to get creative with beekeeping supplies and equipment when our son first decided he wanted to keep bees.
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How to Add Wax Foundation to An Assembled Frame
Today we’ll demonstrate how to add wax foundation to an assembled frame. Although the process is fairly simple, it’s easy to get tripped up without the basic steps.
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15 Easy Beekeeping Projects for Quiet Days
Here’s a list of beekeeping projects you can tackle in the winter while your bees are tucked away in their hives.
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Urban Beekeeping Benefits You and Your Neighbors
The list of urban beekeeping benefits is extensive, so long as we approach it in a neighborly way. Being a courteous beekeeper in a city or suburb goes a long way.
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What is Honey Bee Dysentery?
Beekeeping is rife with confusing terminology that can baffle even experienced beekeepers. Honey bee dysentery is a perfect example.
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