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I am so excited to be able to share everything I have learned about bees and beekeeping from almost 15 years experience as a beekeeper. We can't have a healthy planet without healthy bees so let's work together and make the world a better place!

Honey Harvesting Techniques explained

Sweet Success: Mastering Honey Harvesting Techniques

Welcome, honey hunters and liquid gold seekers! Ready to dive into the sticky world of honey harvesting? Whether you’re a backyard beekeeper or a curious honey enthusiast, understanding the art of honey harvesting is sweeter than, well, honey itself! Did you know that humans have been harvesting honey for over 8,000 years? That’s older than […]

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Types of Honey: Exploring the World of Sweet Diversity

Welcome, honey connoisseurs and curious taste-buds! Did you know there are over 300 unique types of honey in the United States alone? That’s more varieties than there are cheeses in France! Today, we’re diving into the sweet, sticky world of honey diversity. From the common to the exotic, each type of honey is a unique

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tips to increase honey production

10 Tips to Increase Honey Production

Welcome, honey aficionados and ambitious apiarists! Are you ready to turn your backyard buzzing factory into a veritable honey fountain? Whether you’re drowning in honey or your jars are looking a little empty, there’s always room for improvement in the sweet science of honey production. Did you know that a single, well-managed hive can produce

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Common Bee Diseases: A Beekeeper’s Guide to Hive Health

Welcome, bee health champions! So, you’ve mastered the art of beekeeping, but now your little buzzers are looking under the weather? Don’t worry, you’re not alone in this sticky situation. Did you know that a single diseased bee can infect an entire colony faster than gossip spreads at a high school reunion? It’s true! In

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DIY Beehive Plans: Build Your Own Buzzing Paradise

Welcome, handy honey enthusiasts and woodworking wizards! So, you’ve decided to combine your love for bees with your passion for DIY? Brilliant! Building your own beehive is like creating a five-star hotel for insects – but with more buzz and less room service. Did you know that a well-built DIY hive can last over a

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Beekeeping Laws for Beginners: What Beekeepers Need To Know

Welcome, aspiring beekeepers and honey enthusiasts! So, you’re ready to dive into the sweet world of beekeeping, but suddenly you’re drowning in a sea of regulations thicker than honey itself. Don’t worry, you’re not alone in this sticky situation. Did you know that beekeeping laws can vary wildly from one zip code to another? It’s

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Types of Beehives Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Hive

Welcome, aspiring beekeepers and hive enthusiasts! So, you’ve decided to dive into the sweet world of beekeeping, but now you’re faced with a buzzworthy dilemma: which hive type should you choose? Fear not! We’re about to embark on a journey through the fascinating world of beehive designs. Did you know that the type of hive

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beehive inspection

Beehive Inspection Steps: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

Welcome, brave bee whisperers and hive huggers! So, you’ve set up your hive, and now it’s time for the moment of truth – your first inspection. Feeling a bit nervous? Don’t worry, even seasoned beekeepers get butterflies (or should we say, bees) in their stomachs before popping that lid. Did you know that a typical

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