A signature feature of a Langstroth beehive is the bottom board, which holds the entrance to the beehive and closes the hive at the bottom. All other components of the Langstroth beehive stack rest upon this bottom board. The bottom board you use can be either solid or screened, and …
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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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Bee hive frame perches or holders are tools that can be hung onto the side of the hive body or the honey super when the beekeeper is examining the colony or harvesting honey. They help to keep the frames off the ground and allow the beekeeper to keep his or …
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Swarming is a natural phenomenon for bees. It is not uncommon to see a mass group of bees on a tree or crevice within your neighborhood. It is this swarm of bees that is captured by humans and used for building a colony. As a beekeeper, you may decide to …
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Bee hive stands are not only designed to keeping a beehive off the wet ground; they have a lot more benefits. Some might think that it is not necessary to have a bee hive stand but the truth is, bees are naturally inclined to set house above the ground. You …
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The motive behind the provision of a bee feeder is to lend a helping hand to the bees only when necessary and let the bees take care of themselves at other times. With that said, let's check out the best bee feeders in the market today.
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The Ultimate Hive Stand is just that - a hive stand. You place it on the ground then you place the hive on top of it, making it become elevated. The Hive Stand comes in various sizes - for 8 frame hives and 10 frame hives.
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