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Bees, Bees 101, Equipment & DIY, Video Tutorials,

Why Do Bees Build in Hexagons?



If you study a honeycomb, you’ll notice that it’s composed solely of hexagonal (or six sided) designs in wax. Why, of all the possible shapes, why do bees prefer these ones?

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Bees, Bees 101, Equipment, Equipment & DIY, Health & Disease, Hive Products, Hive Types, Video Tutorials

The Flow Hive: Worth the Hype?



Editor’s Note: This is not a place for ad hominem attacks, but rational commentary and concern. Several experienced beeks have shared their concerns about the Flow Hive setup, even after watching all promotional material. To be clear: experienced beekeepers are on both sides of the fence. We share their opinions below, but that share does […]

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Bees, Bees 101, Equipment, Equipment & DIY, Hive Plans, Hive Types, Video Tutorials,

DIY: Natural Comb in
Langstroth Hives Using Frames



I have great news for you beekeepers that want natural comb, but also want the convenience of using frames. It’s like having the best of both worlds, and I highly encourage new beekeepers to consider this method of management for your bees.

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Bees, Bees 101, Equipment, Equipment & DIY, Hive Plans, Hive Types,

What Is My Appalachian Rotatable Beehive?



My patented rotatable beehive design mimics the natural cavity of a tree while making the hobby of beekeeping easier for the elderly and those with other physical disabilities or limitations.

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Bees 101, Earn Your Stripes

Beekeeping for Beginners



The beginners guide to everything you need to know about beekeeping, this is the all-in-one place to start your first hive!

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Bees, Bees 101, Buying Bees, Equipment & DIY, Health & Disease,

The Advantages of “Small Cell Bees”



This article serves two main purposes: (1) To educate you on what the term means and (2) to show you the definite advantage that one has over the other and why you should know more about small cell bees.

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Bees, Bees 101, Equipment,

Understanding Your Smoker



A beginners guide to understanding and working a smoker correctly.

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Bees, Bees 101, Equipment & DIY, Video Tutorials, Why Bees?,

Packages or Nucs — Which is a Better Start?



from Enjoy Beekeeping Spring is just around the corner. Many beekeepers both new and experienced, are making plans for starting new colonies of bees in 2015. Are you one of the many that currently enjoy this amazing hobby? If so, you already know the excitement that comes from bringing home your package or nuc from your […]

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Bees, Bees 101, Health & Disease

Bee Stings and a Valuable Weed



Bee stings are going to happen. Learn about the different type of reactions you could experience and a weed in the bee yard to help treat the sting .

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Bees, Bees 101, Health & Disease

Winter Planning



It’s mid December and I find myself going in circles.  Checking dates that become available for surrounding bee schools and also watching weather reports so I can check my bee hives that I have out.  I feel that most of my hives are in good shape but needing warmer temperatures of at least 50 degrees in order to do […]

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Bees, Bees 101, Equipment & DIY, Health & Disease,

Propolis in the Hive



Propolis is another one of the unique products made by our fuzzy friends. It can be a pain to deal with in the inspection process but it is a necessary component to the beehive.

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Bees 101, Health & Disease, Swarming, Why Bees?

Beginning with Honey Bees: Q&A



A Q&A follow-up to our popular Beginning with Honeybees post!

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Bees, Bees 101, Why Bees?

Beginning with Honey Bees



You’ve tried sheep, goats, rabbits, chickens? It’s time to start thinking about bees, perhaps the most rewarding of all.

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Bees 101

Facts about Honeybees



From Stone Age caves to smelling, learn a little more about our little friends!

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Bees, Bees 101, Why Bees?,

Which Bee Species Is Right for Me?



Learn about the different kinds bees and which is right for you.

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