One of the most critical decisions that determine the success of a beekeeping venture is the type of beehive chosen. Honey bees are very sensitive and will respond instantaneously to the prevailing conditions within and outside the hive. We have no control over the outside world, especially the changes in …
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Ever since humans discovered the many benefits that honey bees offer, things have never been the same. The honey bee has proven to be one of the most beneficial insects humans have ever found. However, the interdependence between humans and the honey bee comes with its share of challenges. The …
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Beehive types and hive configurations are aplenty. However, perhaps the most popular type with beekeepers across the globe is the Langstroth beehive. Standard hives and hive components are designed with the Langstroth hive in mind. This therefore means it becomes so much easier for the beekeeper to get replacements when …
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The beekeeping journey is an interesting one. An adventure that exciting yet not so lacking with a good share of ups and downs. The first year is particularly a seemingly insurmountable hill for the beginning beekeeper but fortunately, you will make it given the plenty of insights and resource available …
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Beehive frame grips such as the Pierce Beekeeping Precision Frame Gripper helps the beekeeper to have great control when handling beehive frames. Indeed, beehive frames are sometimes a delicate affair when being handled. Beekeepers have to be careful not to drop the frames and damage comb. Additionally, you have to …
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Originally found in sub-Saharan Africa, hive beetles have spread to the rest of the beekeeping world in the last decade and have become a huge menace to beekeepers. The beetles ruin honeycomb, stored honey and pollen used by bees to feed brood. The Mann Lake DC830 GardStar for Hive Beetles solution promises to keep your beehives free from the destruction and distraction of these hive beetles. It can be used alongside other integrated pest management and control methods in beekeeping. The solution is made by Mann Lake which has many beekeeping supplies in the market and is rated as one of the best beekeeping suppliers. In this review, we will go in depth in assessing its effectiveness. Let's check it out.
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The Goodland Bee Supply Beehive Smoker comes with 3 packs of bee smoker fuel and is made of stainless steel. The smoker packed with an 11-inch smoke chamber which is very effective in smoke generation. Is this bee smoker worth getting? Let’s check it out. About the Goodland Bee Supply …
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Your aim as a beekeeper is to get natural honey in exchange for the comfort and convenience you provide to the bees. As such, you will need certain equipment that will aid your cause. For starters, you need the beehive which will house the bees. Going further, you will need …
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The beehive is the home of bees. Persons who desire to keep bees would therefore look for a beehive that will make a suitable home. Like humans, you most likely will not stay in a house that you do not feel comfortable in; it is the same with bees. Bees …
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Milwaukee Instruments has a number of tools and equipment for various every day uses. The accumulated expertise and experience of the company spans both electronic and non-electronic products. This is great assurance that the Milwaukee Instruments MA871 Digital Brix Refractometer is well built and does the job it is designed …
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