Discover why starting with two beehives is crucial for new beekeepers. Learn how it provides comparison, resource sharing, and insurance against colony loss.
Learn how each beehive component functions to manage colony health, boost honey production, and prevent swarming. Essential knowledge for every beekeeper.
Discover the standard Langstroth hive box sizes: 10-frame vs. 8-frame widths and deep, medium, and shallow depths. Learn the trade-offs between weight and honey production capacity.
Learn the essential parts of a beehive: bottom board, brood box, honey supers, frames, and covers. Understand how each component functions for successful beekeeping.
Learn how proper bee smoker use calms bees, prevents stings, and ensures safe hive management for beekeepers. Essential for apiary safety and efficiency.
Discover how a frame perch's snug fit and leverage mechanics create a stable, safe platform for beekeeping inspections, protecting your queen and brood.
Discover how a frame perch secures removed frames, prevents damage to the queen and comb, and creates a safer, more efficient hive inspection workflow.
Discover why a hive feeder is essential for new colonies, providing energy for wax comb building and brood rearing to ensure survival and rapid growth.
Discover the benefits of foundationless beekeeping: natural comb building, purer wax, and enhanced hive health. Learn the trade-offs and best practices.
Compare oxalic acid dribble vs. vaporization for varroa mite control. Learn which method is best for cold weather, bee safety, and beekeeper protocols.
Learn essential safety steps for oxalic acid hive treatment, including PPE, temperature limits, and correct application to control Varroa mites effectively.
Discover the essential equipment for the oxalic acid dribble method, including precise measurement tools, mixing supplies, and critical personal protective gear (PPE).
Learn how the oxalic acid dribble method works for Varroa mite control, including timing, application steps, and key safety considerations for beekeepers.
Learn the critical timing for oxalic acid Varroa mite treatment. Achieve over 95% efficacy by targeting the natural broodless period in late fall or winter.
Learn why only 15-20% of Varroa mites are visible in summer, and how the hidden 80-85% in brood cells dictates effective beekeeping treatment strategies.
Discover how oxalic acid helps beekeepers control destructive Varroa mites, boost winter survival rates, and enhance colony health with effective IPM strategies.
Learn why oxalic acid is a top Varroa mite treatment. Understand its application methods, critical timing for a broodless period, and how to integrate it into a sustainable IPM plan.
Learn essential steps to prevent hive damage during relocation, including securing components, ensuring ventilation, and following the 3-foot/3-mile rule.
Learn the critical steps after marking a queen bee, from ensuring paint dries to gentle reintroduction, to prevent colony rejection and ensure hive health.
Learn the critical mistakes to avoid when marking a queen bee, from improper handling to misapplied paint, to prevent hive rejection and ensure colony stability.
Learn the correct tools and techniques for marking queen bees, including the non-toxic paint pen, international color codes, and best practices for hive safety.
Learn the ideal time to mark a queen bee to ensure hive health and efficient management. Avoid rejection and harm by following these expert guidelines.
Discover the essential queen bee marking tools: a non-toxic paint pen, a capture device, and the international color code for successful hive management.