Discover why starting with two beehives is the best strategy for new beekeepers, enabling resource sharing and providing a critical safety net for colony health.
Discover the key differences between long hives and top bar hives. Learn about comb management, honey extraction, and which horizontal hive is best for your beekeeping goals.
Discover why polystyrene hives last decades without rotting, their vulnerabilities to UV and physical damage, and key management practices for maximum longevity.
Discover why polystyrene beehives offer 8x better insulation than wood, leading to improved winter survival, faster spring buildup, and increased honey production.
Discover the best winter bee hives: compare Warré, Horizontal, and Langstroth designs for superior moisture control and heat retention to protect your colony.
Discover the top bar hive: a horizontal, foundationless bee hive that promotes natural beekeeping with no heavy lifting. Learn its pros, cons, and components.
Discover the key benefits of top bar beehives: eliminate heavy lifting, reduce back strain, and enjoy less intrusive hive inspections for a more natural beekeeping experience.
Explore the pros and cons of top bar hives vs. Langstroth hives for natural comb, ease of use, and honey production. Find the right system for your apiary.
Discover how the Kenya Top Bar Hive (KTBH) enables active colony management, sustainable harvesting, and higher honey quality versus traditional log hives.
Learn the ideal beehive orientation (southeast) and key principles for morning sun, wind protection, and heat management to boost your apiary's success.
Discover the key benefits of horizontal hives: complete elimination of heavy lifting, simplified inspections, and enhanced accessibility for all beekeepers.
Discover the top bar hive's key benefits: no heavy lifting, natural comb building, and less invasive hive management for a calmer beekeeping experience.
Discover why the Langstroth hive is the top choice for maximum honey production. Learn how its expandable design outperforms fixed-cavity hives like the Top Bar.
Explore the key differences between Langstroth and top bar hives, including design, management, and honey production, to choose the right hive for your beekeeping goals.
Discover the long hive, a horizontal beehive design that eliminates heavy lifting and mimics natural bee habitats for a more accessible beekeeping experience.
Discover the top bar hive's key benefits: eliminates heavy lifting, promotes natural bee behavior, and simplifies honey harvesting without expensive equipment.
Learn how to attract solitary bees to a bee house by providing essential resources like food, water, and building materials, not by using lures or baits.
Learn the most effective methods to attract a honeybee swarm to a new hive using pheromone lures, lemongrass oil, and proper hive placement techniques.
Learn the best lures for a bee box, from lemongrass oil for swarms to sugar water for new packages. Attract the right bees for your beekeeping objective.
Discover the ideal hive stand height (16-18 inches) to deter pests, protect your back, and ensure colony health. Learn the key factors for your apiary.
Discover the ideal 12-18 inch hive stand height range for optimal pest protection, beekeeper ergonomics, and hive health. Find the right balance for your needs.
Discover the ideal beehive stand height (12-18 inches) for pest protection, moisture control, and ergonomic beekeeping. Learn the trade-offs of different heights.
Learn the secrets to attracting bee swarms: using scents like lemongrass oil, choosing the right box size, and strategic placement for commercial beekeeping success.
Learn the proper techniques for lifting and moving a beehive safely, from strapping components to choosing the right method for short or long-distance moves.