Discover how Frame Grips make hive inspections safer and faster by providing a secure, one-handed grip on heavy frames, reducing stress for you and your bees.
Discover how the Flow Hive's patented frames let you harvest honey directly from the tap, minimizing bee disturbance and eliminating manual extraction.
Discover how Flow Hives simplify honey extraction with a turn-of-a-key system, reducing bee stress and eliminating the need for traditional extraction equipment.
Learn how the Flow Hive uses a unique frame design to extract honey directly from the hive via gravity, minimizing bee disturbance and beekeeper labor.
Discover the essential beekeeping equipment for beginners and pros, including protective gear, hive components, and key management tools for a successful apiary.
Discover the 3 core functions of a hive tool: prying, scraping, and lifting. Learn how this indispensable tool helps maintain hive health and efficiency.
Discover how the Flow Hive simplifies honey harvesting by allowing honey to be drained directly from the hive via a tap, eliminating traditional extraction steps.
Learn the 3 core categories of beekeeping equipment: hives, protective gear, and hive tools. Essential knowledge for commercial beekeepers and distributors.
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 4 essential tools for cleaning beehive frames: a knife, hive tool, screwdriver, and pick. Learn their specific roles and a step-by-step cleaning process.
Discover the two most popular Langstroth alternatives: Top Bar and Horizontal hives. Compare their pros, cons, and which is best for your beekeeping goals.
Discover why a hive tool is a beekeeper's most vital instrument for safely opening hives, prying apart propolis-sealed boxes, and performing essential inspections.
Learn how bee colonies were graded using a rapid visual assessment of the overnight cluster size, ensuring consistent and non-disruptive population estimates.
Discover the key uses of a hive tool: prying apart propolis-sealed hives, scraping debris, inspecting brood, and ensuring beekeeper safety. Master your hive inspections.
Discover the key benefits of a bee feeder designed for safety, efficiency, and minimal hive disruption. Ideal for commercial apiaries and distributors.
Learn the two methods for cleaning hive frames: routine scraping for maintenance and caustic soda sterilization for disease prevention and harvest prep.
Discover the 3 main bee feeder types: entrance, frame, and hive-top feeders. Learn which is best for your season, colony size, and goals to prevent robbing and drowning.
Discover the dual purpose of the hole in a hive tool: acting as a nail puller for hive repairs and providing convenient, clean storage during inspections.
Discover the 4 essential beekeeping tools: the hive tool, smoker, protective gear, and bee brush. Learn their functions for safe and effective hive management.
Discover the purpose of the hole in a hive tool: a built-in nail puller for quick repairs on frames and boxes, making it an essential multi-tool for beekeepers.
Learn the proper techniques for using a hive tool to remove propolis and burr comb, ensuring efficient inspections and disease prevention in your apiary.
Learn the optimal hive inspection frequency for each season, balancing bee health, swarm prevention, and honey production. A guide for effective apiary management.
Discover the essential beekeeping equipment beyond the hive: protective gear, hive tools, smokers, and harvesting implements for safe and effective apiary management.
Discover the key reasons beekeepers move hives, from optimizing forage to commercial pollination, and learn the critical rules for a successful relocation.
Learn how to store beekeeping gear by function (PPE, tools, woodenware) to protect your investment, ensure biosecurity, and streamline hive inspections.
Learn the essential 7-10 day spring hive inspection schedule. Monitor brood patterns, food stores, and space to prevent swarming and ensure colony health.
Learn how hive temperature impacts honeybee energy allocation. Discover strategies to reduce cooling/heating stress and boost honey surplus for beekeepers.
Learn the correct method to shake bees off frames when transferring brood or honey, minimizing stress on your colonies and ensuring a smooth operation.
Discover the essential beekeeping equipment beyond the hive, including hive tools, protective gear, and harvesting equipment for safe and effective colony management.
Learn how the Flow Hive's innovative frames minimize bee stress during harvest while highlighting the essential, ongoing care needed for colony health.
Discover why a hive tool is indispensable for prying, lifting, and scraping in beekeeping. Learn its key functions and why it's a necessity, not a luxury.
Learn the definitive signs of a queenright hive, from fresh eggs to brood patterns. A quick guide for beekeepers to assess colony health without spotting the queen.
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.
Explore standard, J-hook, and multifunction hive tools. Learn which design is best for prying, scraping, or gentle frame lifting in your beekeeping operation.
Discover the J-hook hive tool's key advantage: precise leverage for lifting frames without damaging hives or disturbing bees. Ideal for efficient inspections.
Learn why proper beekeeping equipment storage is critical for protecting your investment, preventing disease spread, and ensuring operational efficiency.
Learn the two methods for cleaning plastic bee frames: mechanical scraping for light cleaning and caustic soda boiling for sterilization and disease prevention.
Discover how a radial honey extractor uses centrifugal force to efficiently harvest honey from both sides of a frame simultaneously, saving time and labor.
Discover the 3 essential pillars for successful instrumental insemination: advanced skills, breeding framework, and long-term commitment for genetic improvement.
Discover the essential safety equipment for beekeepers beyond the bee suit, including the critical role of a smoker and hive tool for safe hive inspections.
Explore the essential hive tools for beekeeping: classic, J-hook, and hybrid designs. Learn how to choose the right tool for prying, scraping, and lifting frames.
Discover why starting with two beehives is crucial for new beekeepers. Learn how a second hive acts as an insurance policy and resource bank for colony health.
Discover how a Beehive Frame Making Machine automates frame production, performing all cuts and bores for top bars, sidebars, and bottom bars with precision and efficiency.
Learn to identify and defend your beehives from top threats like bears, Varroa mites, and small hive beetles with proven strategies for commercial apiaries.
Learn essential steps to prevent hive damage during relocation, including securing components, ensuring ventilation, and following the 3-foot/3-mile rule.
Discover why beekeepers need multiple hive tools for different tasks like prying boxes, lifting frames, and scraping propolis to maintain workflow and avoid interruptions.
Learn when and how to safely use sugar water for bees. Discover the correct 1:1 recipe, key pitfalls to avoid, and better long-term support strategies.
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 why experienced beekeepers use multiple hive tools to prevent workflow disruption and select the right tool for each task, from J-hooks to frame grips.
Discover the key benefits of in-hive feeders: superior protection from robbing, large syrup capacity, and built-in bee safety features to prevent drowning.
Learn the uses of flat, bent, and hook hive tool ends for prying, scraping, and gentle frame removal to improve your beekeeping efficiency and hive health.
Discover the 3 main hive assembly machines: frame assemblers, box clamps, and joiners. Learn how each boosts speed, precision, and hive durability for commercial beekeepers.
Discover efficient honey processing methods for dozens of hives, from fruit presses to centrifugal extractors, to streamline your harvest and maximize yield.
Discover why new bee colonies prioritize survival over honey production in their first year and how to set realistic beekeeping goals for long-term success.
Learn when and how to safely feed sugar to bees, including the right types, timing, and methods to support colony health without harming honey harvests.
Discover how the Flow Hive's gravity-fed mechanism allows honey to flow directly from the hive, eliminating the need for disruptive, traditional extraction methods.
Discover the essential honey extraction tools & equipment for beekeepers. Learn about uncapping knives, extractors, and systems for efficient harvesting.
Learn the key principles and specialized equipment for moving beehives at scale, including the critical '3 Foot / 2 Mile' rule and night-time transport.