VARROA DESTRUCTOR: THE LIFE CYCLE OF A KILLER
Varroa destructor (actual genus name) is an external parasitic mite that attacks and feeds on our Western honeybees. Let's discuss how to save your bees from Varroa mites.
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Comb Honey and How it's Done
Read nowBy: Denessa 'Nes' Yaschuk Owner - SweetNes Honey Apiaries & Beetique The creation of comb honey is an art form in the field of beekeeping. Before the invention of the honey extractor almost all honey produced was in the form...
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Identifying and Preventing Swarms
Read nowWhen a hive swarms, the old queen and about half the bees leave, weakening the colony. You can usually spot it coming by checking for overcrowding, swarm cells, or a beard of bees hanging on the front. Prevention is key—adding space or splitting the hive can help keep your bees put and your colony strong.
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July Beekeeping Tips
Read nowJuly Beekeeping Tips
Harvesting Honey
Post Harvest Hive Care
Treating Varroa
Robbing & More!
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Mastering Hive Inspections - Part 1
Read nowFirst in a multi-series By: Chari Elam Probably one of the most intimidating aspects of beekeeping is a hive inspection! How often is it done? Do I really have to pull all of the frames? What am I looking at? We’ve...
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Dearth: Signs of Resource Deficiencies
Read nowIt almost doesn’t make sense. Everything is beautiful and green… ponds are full…how could we be entering DEARTH? It actually happens even with adequate rain. What is dearth? According to the dictionary: A scarcity or lack of something – In a...
