Why I’m converting to Top Bar Hives
I’ve been using Langstroth style hives for almost 18 years. They definitely get the job done, as long as you have an extractor, an uncapping system, can lift 40-90 pounds,…
Tag: beekeeping basics
5 Beginner beekeeping mistakes to avoid
It’s very easy to make mistakes when you’re learning something for the very first time. So whatever we can do to minimize those mistakes will eventually result in success, sooner…
5 Steps to setting up an apiary
There’s a lot of hobbies in life that can be quite overwhelming; things like cattle farming, having a baby, finding yourself up the creek without a paddle, and yes even…
There are too many honey bees
Yes, the bees are dying. But the only ‘saving’ we need to be doing is by having fewer honey bees.
How to manage Small Hive Beetles
There’s nothing more obnoxious than to see those little black beetles cruising through your beehives, narrowly escaping the grasp of a dozen honey bees and the smash of your fingers.…
How often should I check my hive?
Ahh, the million dollar question. I understand the anxiety of wanting to check your hive but not sure if you should. Or, it may be that you are checking often…
Beekeeping: the Next Generation
With the increased usage of pesticides coupled with the decline of the honey bee, evidence points that commercial beekeeping practices are unsustainable. The links on this website may contain affiliate…
How & When to split beehives
Splitting your own beehives is a skill that every beekeeper should learn. It can feel overwhelming and confusing when you’ve never done this before but I assure you, by following…