Unlike vertical bee hives, horizontal hives are made from one long box. Because you aren't lifting them up, they are insulated and can withstand cold weather. They are also lighter than conventional...
Category: Hive Management
There are a lot of advantages to horizontal hives, but they aren't for everyone. A common problem with them is that they are cumbersome to move. However, these beehives are incredibly sturdy, so you...
There are several reasons why a queen bee dies. One reason is because she is getting older and her pheromones are decreasing. But what happens when a queen bee dies is interesting. As the colony...
A hive honeycomb pattern is formed when worker bees scrape wax into circles. These scrapes form hexagonal prisms where the hexagonal walls are intersected. This hexagonal pattern prevents bees from...
When deciding what type of land to use for apiculture, consider the location's sunlight, drainage, and climate. The ideal location faces the south, but it's not necessary to be in the shade. If...
Bee bearding is an incredibly popular beekeeping stunt in Texas. Many beekeepers will never do it, but for others it's on their bucket list. These beekeepers will wear a bee costume and spring-loaded...