by crossmedia | May 10, 2021 | Best Practices, Getting started
Beekeeping Equipment Protective Equipment: In case you hadn’t realized, Bees Sting!! The reactions to these stings can vary, depending on the susceptibility of each individual to bee venom. It is, therefore, important that you wear personal protective...
by crossmedia | May 10, 2021 | Bee Health
The occurrence of diseases in honeybees depends upon three factors: 1. Bees (their genetics): the hygienic behavior and resistance to various diseases varies from colony to colony and it is based on the genetic heritage of the queen bees. 2. Pathogens (their presence,...
by crossmedia | Apr 1, 2021 | Getting started
When people hear the word bees, they automatically think about honey. There are more useful products in a beehive that the bees produce in addition to honey. These include propolis, royal jelly, beeswax and pollen. Honey Honey is made from the nectar collected...
by crossmedia | Apr 1, 2021 | Best Practices
Swarming occurs when a large group of bees from a hive leave with a queen to form a new colony. This occurs when conditions in the hive cannot support the present number of bees. It can be seen as a form of reproduction. Before the swarm occurs a new queen is raised...
by crossmedia | Mar 31, 2021 | Getting started
The natural colour spectrum of honey can vary from light amber to even black. It is dependent on several different factors such as: -Mineral and ash content (higher levels result in a darker honey) -Pollen content -Plant origin -Geographical origin -Temperature...
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