Learn the best time to move a beehive to prevent losing your forager bees. Discover the critical rules for distance and post-move techniques for a safe colony relocation.
Learn the key factors for choosing a hive location: sunlight, wind protection, water source, and safety. Optimize for colony health and beekeeper accessibility.
Discover the universal compatibility of round hive top feeders with standard Langstroth hives, including benefits for reducing robbing and bee drowning.
Dadant vs. Layens hives: a guide to vertical vs. horizontal systems, honey production, physical effort, and overwintering for commercial and hobbyist beekeepers.
Learn how to position and secure a beehive for transport. Key factors include stability, ventilation, and timing to protect your bees and ensure safety.
Learn the three main sections of a Langstroth hive: the foundation, the colony's heart, and the protective top. Optimize your beekeeping setup for success.
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.
Discover how a top bar hive's horizontal layout and one-comb-at-a-time inspection method minimize stress on bees, preserving colony cohesion and scent.
Learn how cross-wind hive orientation creates natural ventilation to prevent lethal overheating during beehive transportation. Essential for commercial beekeepers.
Discover why honey bees prefer thick-walled, insulated cavities for survival. Learn how this impacts colony health, energy use, and beekeeping success.
Warre hives yield a bulk honey harvest by the box, while top bar hives allow for simple, comb-by-comb collection. Choose the right hive for your goals.
Discover the key benefits of horizontal Langstroth hives: no heavy lifting, full compatibility with standard Langstroth frames, and enhanced accessibility.