The industry of beekeeping has come in for a great deal of criticism in the last few years. This is due to several factors. One of them is the historically high rate of death among the bee population. There are literally fewer bees alive today than at any other time since they first appeared on …
Beekeeping is a rewarding hobby that can also be profitable. The cost of beekeeping varies depending on the type of hive you choose, where you live and how many bees are in your colony. If you’re just getting started with beekeeping, here are some things to know about what it costs to keep honeybees. How …
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What’s the best way to get started with beekeeping? How much time and money is it going to cost me? What will I need for equipment, supplies, and upkeep? Is there a lot of maintenance that needs to be done on my hive over the course of year? Read this blog post in order to …
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Bee removal is a process that can be done in many ways. Some people find it easier to remove the bees, while others prefer to kill them off with chemicals or traps. Still, there are other methods such as using traditional beekeeping equipment and techniques. In general, you should avoid killing bees if possible because …
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Like with all domesticated animals, there are plenty of options to pick from when you set out to purchase a queen bee. In part, this is because breeders have come up with several different strains. On top of this, some native honey bee species are particularly attractive to those growing their own hives. For instance, …
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Sure, it’s a risky time to invest in beekeeping with honeybees dying off left and right. Scientists still aren’t sure of the exact cause. Still, beekeepers keep going and honey is still stocked on both grocery shelves as well as in farmers markets and specialty shops. As a result, for years I was sort of …
While beekeeping may seem like a modern industry, it’s actually one of the most ancient forms of agriculture. It was also incredibly common. In the wealthy civilizations of the time, Egypt, Rome, and even in North Africa, it was commonplace for people to keep bees. This was made evident that honey, especially in Egypt, was …
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Beekeeping is not for everyone. While it is a fun, exciting, educational, and potentially lucrative occupation, it also has its share of pitfalls. Some of these can be the very reason why many first timers or even veterans give up beekeeping. The most common of these reasons can be listed below in the following manner: …
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