Beekeeping Tools and Equipment
This is a general introduction to the basic tools and equipment the beekeeper requires. The Hiveo The Langstroth hive is still the most commonly used hive.o In the US there are three sizes of super: Deep, Medium, and Shallow.o The hive should be placed level and protected from pests. The Smoker o Us
Types of Honey Bees in a Colony
Types of Honey Bees: o Workers – infertile females o Drones – males o Queens – fertile females o Male bees do not have stingers. o Only the workers gather honey, pollen, and propolis and build the combs. Physical Characteristics: o Bees have an exoskeleton covered with with a thick coat of hai
Beekeeping Yearly Schedule for Florida
Here are the notes for beginners in Florida regarding the steps each beekeeper must take to maintain healthy hives. This information can be applied to other areas of the country as well, just adjust the dates according to your local conditions. First Inspection of the Season: Do not walk across the
Cost of Beekeeping
One of the first questions to come up at Beekeeping classes is, “How much does it cost to keep Honeybees?” This is a very good question. Most hobby or back yard beekeepers will keep one or two hives their first year. I always suggest keeping two hives so you can compare the difference. You will
Ants vs. Bees
I wanted to share my experience with the challenges I have been having with Bull Ants in the bee-yard. Bull Ants are a constant threat to your bees. If you have a weak colony the Bull Ants can quickly attack the bees in an effort to claim the honey in the hive. Once the Bull […]
How To Treat A Bee Sting Near The Eye
I received a painful bee sting to the lower eyelid. I was creating a split from one of my thriving colonies when a guard bee flew up and landed beneath my glasses. Before I could remove my glasses the bee stung me right on the edge of my lower eyelid. I went inside and removed […]
Ratios of Sugar Syrup for Feeding Bees
Many people know that beekeepers feed their bees sugar syrup. This is done to stimulate faster buildup of the colony or to ensure the bees have enough food for the winter. But, did you know that there are different ways of mixing the sugar syrup for different purposes? Well, here are four different