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Judging the Best Honey in the World

December 21, 2022 · Marissa Ames · Honey & Beeswax

Where does the best honey in the world come from? And how is it determined “best?”

My Honeybee Farming Project Year One

November 27, 2022 · Janet Garman · Beekeeping 101

Even with all the research and questions we had before obtaining our first nuc of bees, uncertainty reared its ugly head as we ventured into our honeybee farming project.

The Basics of Making a Bee Hotel

November 16, 2022 · Angi Schneider · Hives & Equipment

Learn how to make a bee hotel and why it’s important to support your native solitary bees.

How to Make Beeswax Candles

October 4, 2022 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Honey & Beeswax

While there are many wonderful beeswax uses, cappings wax can make the most divine beeswax candles.

Bee Bucks – The Cost of Beekeeping

March 15, 2022 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Hives & Equipment

I’m often asked, “What is the cost of beekeeping?” You’ll notice the cost of beekeeping equipment varies as there are options for different supplies.

Why Honey Bees Dying in the Hive Should Be Investigated

November 4, 2021 · Janet Garman · Health & Pests

Honey bees dying while you learn to care for the colony and hive is disappointing. It is important to look into the cause of honey bees dying to avoid it happening again.

Tips for Planting Flowers That Attract Bees

April 21, 2021 · Angi Schneider · Plants & Pollination

We often overlook the fact that the number of bees (and other pollinators) are declining. By planting flowers that attract bees, we help the bees survive.

It’s Harvest Time

February 5, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Honey & Beeswax

Extracting, or the honey harvest, is going to befall almost every beekeeper if their efforts are successful and the site of those activities can vary from a garage or the family kitchen to large facilities specifically designed and built for handling the harvest. Many of the new hobbyists may quickly find that harvesting honey in the kitchen can be a test of spousal relations.

Flow Hive Review: Honey on Tap

February 1, 2019 · Angela Ferraro-Fanning · Hives & Equipment

Add to Favorites I never thought that I would be keeping bees. In fact, my healthy fear of them as a child had me spending warm summer days indoors and …

How to Make a Bee Watering Station

February 1, 2019 · Angi Schneider · Health & Pests

Add to Favorites Most of us realize the importance of being wary of the heat for people, pets, and livestock, but we often forget that the bees could use a …