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The Best Beehives for Beginners

Hilary Kearney — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 18:33:33 +0000

I can see in their face that they expect a finite answer. They want my blessing or a warning against a certain hive style, but they are destined for disappointment. As with so many questions in beekeeping, my answer is not a simple "yes" or "no". Read on for an exploration of this common query.

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Changes in My Beekeeping Philosophy

Nancy Buffington — Thu, 25 Feb 2016 23:58:15 +0000

Every year has brought different experiences and changes in my beekeeping philosophy. Because of my experiences, I believe beekeepers have to be flexible and able to change.

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DIY: Natural Comb in Langstroth Hives Using Frames

Gene Rene' — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 04:14:32 +0000

I have great news for you beekeepers that want natural comb, but also want the convenience of using frames. It’s like having the best of both worlds, and I highly encourage new beekeepers to consider this method of management for your bees.

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Build Your Own Beehive

KBB Editor — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 21:37:40 +0000

Learn how to put together your own hive.

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Reverend Langstroth’s Beehive

KBB Editor — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 20:52:16 +0000

In the mid-1800s, Langstroth discovered he could employ bee space to make it easy to remove his hives’ covers and later to make it possible to remove the hives’ comb-filled frames with ease.

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Beginning with Honey Bees

KBB Editor — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 17:37:24 +0000

You've tried sheep, goats, rabbits, chickens? It's time to start thinking about bees, perhaps the most rewarding of all.

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