In order to harvest honey, you need to check the hive frequently to see if it is drawing comb or bringing in nectar. You can add extra supers as needed to keep up with the flow of nectar. If the flow...
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When storing the empty supers, place them somewhere away from light and rodents. You can also keep the frames in the freezer or draw them out on a good flow of honey. Be careful not to store empty...
There are three main reasons why you won't find honey in your super. They are Heat, Fanning, and Water evaporation. These reasons may not seem to be important to you, but they can affect the yield of...
It is true that Drone bees don't nurse or pollinate anything, but are sometimes eaten as a delicacy. Although these honey-bees aren't nursed and do get mites, they are delicious and are considered a...
If you're new to beekeeping, you might be wondering how to get honey from a first year swarm. You'll learn how to split a hive, how to locate your hives in a bright spot with morning sun, and how to...
In this article, we'll look at Seasons and the honey they produce, as well as what nectar to use to feed them. After reading this, you'll be more familiar with the basics of beekeeping. But first,...