Explore the differences between pressed, extracted, and crush-and-strain honey. Learn how each method affects flavor, texture, and purity for beekeepers.
Learn the step-by-step crush and strain method for manually extracting honey from frames, including required equipment and key trade-offs for beekeepers.
Discover the distinct roles of the queen, workers, and drones in a honey bee colony and how their interdependence ensures hive survival and productivity.
Discover how Flow Frames enable honey extraction directly from the hive using gravity, eliminating the need for traditional uncapping and centrifugal extraction.
Learn how humidity reduces honey's viscosity, triggers fermentation, and impacts quality. Essential reading for commercial beekeepers and honey processors.
Learn the essential spring beekeeping steps: installing a colony, performing inspections, and adding space to prevent swarming and maximize honey production.
Discover the key components of a basic beehive setup, from the brood box to hive covers, and learn how to build a foundation for a healthy, productive colony.
Learn the essential steps to start a bee colony from scratch, including site selection, equipment setup, and crucial early care for beekeeping success.