Learn the three primary methods of extracting honey: Manual/Electric Extractor, Crush and Strain, and Bottling. Ensure purity and quality with the right techniques.
Learn how long it takes to spin honey based on extractor type, frame count, and honey consistency. Optimize your extraction process for better results.
Learn the step-by-step process of extracting honey from a beehive, including uncapping, extracting, filtering, and bottling for clean, high-quality honey.
Discover the ideal honey filter size for clarity and flow rate. Learn about micron sizes, alternative methods, and multistage filtering for beekeeping.
Explore the two main honey extractor styles used by beekeepers: tangential and radial. Understand their benefits, suitability, and cost considerations.
Learn about expected honey yields from flow frames and regular super frames. Discover factors influencing honey production like frame size and colony strength.
Learn whether bee frames need foundation and explore the benefits of foundationless frames versus structured foundation for hive health and management.
Discover how much honey you can extract from different frame sizes (Langstroth, medium, shallow) and the best extraction methods. Optimize your honey yield!
Discover the benefits of using 9 frames in a 10-frame hive, including easier honey uncapping, reduced queen rolling risk, and simplified hive management.
Discover key factors to consider when choosing a bee frame, including brood pattern, pollen distribution, and hive ventilation for a thriving bee colony.
Explore the factors influencing honey production time in Flow Hives, from seasonal changes to nectar flow. Learn typical timeframes and extraction tips!
Discover the ideal dimensions for various bee boxes, including Standard 10-Frame, Full Depth, W.S.P., Manley, Ideal, and Half Depth, to ensure efficient hive management.
Learn how to remove pollen from honey while complying with regulations and preserving its natural qualities. Discover methods for straining, filtering, and more.
Learn the differences between filtered and unfiltered honey—nutritional value, health benefits, convenience, and more. Choose the right honey for your needs.
Explore how to harvest honey without an extractor using methods like crush and strain, fruit presses, and lever systems. Ideal for small-scale beekeeping!
Discover the ideal sugar-to-water ratios for feeding bees in spring, summer, and fall, plus preparation tips and feeding methods for optimal hive health.
Discover how to choose the right uncapping tank size based on your beekeeping scale, weight capacity, and design features for efficient honey extraction.
Learn effective methods for separating honey from wax cappings, including draining, spinning, and pressing, to maximize honey recovery and wax quality.
Understand honey flow in beekeeping: its definition, importance, regional variations, and factors influencing honey production. Learn how to maximize your yield.
Learn the best time to install a queen excluder, ensuring clean honey storage, hive organization, and efficient honey production in your beekeeping practice.
Discover the best methods for filtering honey, including multi-stage filtration, alternative techniques, and tips for enhancing clarity and shelf life.
Discover the ideal humidity for honey (16-18%) to prevent fermentation and maintain quality. Learn about honey dryers, refractometers, and storage tips.
Discover the essential role of a honey super in beekeeping, from providing extra space for honey storage to supporting hive health and sustainable harvesting.