Approximately 30 to 35% of the food crops in this world depend on pollination by insects. It is estimated that almost 90% of all wild plants in the world are dependent on insect pollination.
Read MoreThere are more than 20,000 species of solitary bees and they are adapted to a vast diversity of climates and habitats.
Read MoreRaising mason bees is as simple as placing suitable housing where it will be discovered by bees living in your area. The results are worth the wait!
Read MoreFor a natural twist on a classic cookie, make a peanut-butter honey cookie recipe for cookies made with honey instead of sugar.
Read MorePreventing honey bee starvation is one of the first skills a new beekeeper needs to master and yet is highly variable according to region.
Read MoreShould you feed native bees? Josh Vaisman explains the whys and why nots.
Read MoreFondant for bees is a little different than the fondant that you find at the bakery. Making fondant for bees is a lot like making candy.
Read MoreTo 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.
Read MoreFeeding honey bees? Wait a sec! I thought that’s the reason we got honey bees … so they can feed us.
Read MoreMaking 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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