To prepare a hive for the winter months, you need to keep a few things in mind. If you live in a cold climate, you will need to keep your bees indoors and reduce the physical size of the hive. It's...
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You might have heard that the bees in Colorado are not native to the U.S., but they're in fact widespread here. In fact, 70 percent of Colorado's bees are solitary, meaning each female builds her own...
When to leave a honey super on for winter depends on the location where you live. While cold temperatures aren't common in all regions, the bees will still need space to survive in Winter. They don't...
When is it too late to add a honey super to your beehive? There are several ways to check to see if your hive is ready to add another super. Here are some tips to help you decide. Bees are not able...
While bees are naturally inclined to move upward, adding a super too early can lead to a narrow, long colony, which is less efficient for the equipment and honey production. In addition, the colony...
If you're a new beekeeper, one of your first questions might be: How many supers will your bees fill for me? The answer may surprise you. There are several factors to consider. In general, a super...