Results of Underfeeding a Bee Hive - Video
Being able to identify a hive that is underfed is crucial for beekeepers. Watch as Blake Shook shows us evidence of a hive that was underfed and the results from it.
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Bee Colony Health: Tips for Feeding Honey Bee Colonies in Spring
Read nowA nutritionally starved hive can show a variety of symptoms and can occur at different times of the year. Being able to recognize these signs is crucial for maintaining healthy hives. With careful attention to your hive’s nutritional needs and timely feeding, you can help ensure your bees remain healthy and strong throughout the spring season!
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How to Combine Beehives: A Guide to Beehive Management
Combining hives is an effective strategy for strengthening weaker colonies and increasing their chances of surviving regardless of the time of year. This technique involves merging a weaker hive with a stronger one or combining two weak hives into a single, more resilient colony.Read now -
Beehive Management: Reversing Brood Boxes for Bee Colony Health
Read nowReversing Brood Boxes: What It Is, When to Do It, and Whether You Even Need To Most beekeepers pick up the basics pretty quickly, but understanding why bees do what they do—and what they’re about to do next—takes a little...
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Understanding Varroa Mites and Their Impact on Honey Bees
The Varroa mite is considered the number one cause of death in honey bee colonies worldwide. When Varroa mites were discovered in the United States in 1987, beekeepers didn’t have the effective treatments we now possess. Fast forward to today, and we have developed efficient tools to manage Varroa mites—small, tick-like creatures that are highly destructive. Beekeepers now have treatment options that cater to various preferences, including mechanical, organic, and chemical methods.Read now -
How to Protect Your Apiary from Varmints, Livestock, and Wild Animals
Beekeepers, often think of pests as Varroa mites, small hive beetles, and wax moths, but pests can also include wildlife and livestock. While these are not daily threats to honey bees, they can be significant in certain areas, and knowing how to manage them is key to successful beekeeping.Read now
