Enhance your beekeeping practices with our article on the barrier management system for pest and disease control. Ideal for beekeepers looking to protect their colonies naturally, this guide introduces effective barrier methods that safeguard bees from common threats. Learn how strategic management can significantly reduce pest and disease impact, promoting healthier, more resilient hives.
Read More »Do Frogs Eat Bees?
If you are a beekeeper, then you might be wondering whether a frog can pose a serious risk to your bees or not. As you know honeybees are a major target of many predators that include birds, bears, skunks, raccoons, and many others. It may not have been apparent, but yes, frogs do eat bees. Let's discuss.
Read More »Taking a Look at the Thermosolar Hive
Discover the Thermosolar Hive, a revolutionary approach to beekeeping! This innovative hive uses solar energy to combat varroa mites, a significant threat to honeybee populations. The Thermosolar Hive cleverly increases the temperature inside the hive to a level that mites can't survive, yet is safe for the bees. This eco-friendly method not only helps in pest control but also boosts the overall health and productivity of the colony. Dive into our article to understand how this technology works and its impact on sustainable beekeeping.
Read More »Beehive Heaters for Winter Protection
The temperature of the beehive is an important factor in the survival of honey bees through winter. Various methods are used by beekeepers to keep the winter clusters warm and able to move to the honey stores. One of these methods is the use of beehive heaters. This guide takes …
Read More »How to Protect Mason Bees from Wasps
If you would love to keep mason bees, then you have two options with regard to housing: DIY or buy commercial made mason bee homes. Irrespective of what you choose however, you will have to protect your mason bees from their natural predators, which include wasps. In this article we'll discuss different measures you can take to protect mason bees from wasps.
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