Rearing Queen Bees: A Simple Guide
Learn the art of rearing queen bees with the proven 10/10 method. Selectively breed for the traits you value most and produce top-notch quee
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Is There Brood In My Beehive In Winter?
Discover the intricate world of beekeeping as we delve into the winter broodless phase and the crucial role it plays in managing varroa mite
Varroa Destructor: How To Kill Varroa Mites
Discover the secrets to mastering the Varroa mite menace and safeguarding your honeybee colonies. Learn how to strategically manage Varroa m
Merging Colonies: How to Safely Combine Beehives
Discover the art of beekeeping and learn how to safely combine beehives for a thriving, resilient apiary. Master the newspaper method in thi
The Pros and Cons of Feeding 1:1 vs 2:1 Sugar Syrup to Bees in the UK
Discover the best sugar syrup ratio for feeding bees in the UK. Learn the pros and cons of 1:1 vs 2:1 to ensure your honey bees thrive.
How to Make Up Overwintered Nucs: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to make up overwintered nucs for your apiary. Ensure strong and healthy bee colonies come spring with our step-by-step guide.
What Is The June Gap?
What is the June Gap? Learn about the June Gap in beekeeping and how it impacts colonies.
How To Harvest Honey?
Discover the art and science of beekeeping with our guide on how to harvest honey. Learn about factors influencing extraction timing and UK
How To Inspect A Beehive
Learn how to inspect a beehive with our comprehensive guide. From gathering tools to recording observations, we've got you covered.
Where Do I Place My Beehive?
Discover the ideal spot to place my beehive with these practical tips. From sunlight to shelter, find the perfect location for a thriving be
How To Maximise Honey Production
How To Increase Honey Production Without Buying Bees Introduction Maximising honey production is a delicate yet rewarding process that...
When To Add a Super To My Beehive?
Are you wondering when to add a super to my beehive? If so, this is the blog post for you! Introduction Beekeeping is an ancient and...
My Bees Have Swarmed! Now What?
My bees have swarmed! What next? There is nothing more worrying in the world of bees, than opening up your colony and thinking, ‘where...
When Should I Split My Beehive?
When should I split my beehive? Splitting a beehive brings amount many benefits such as swarm control and gives you the ability to offset...
How To Start Beekeeping
How To Start Beekeeping In this blog, I am going to answer the question; how to start beekeeping? I will look at what can go wrong and...
How To Heft A Beehive?
How to heft a beehive? Are you wondering how to heft a beehive? In this blog post, I will give you all the information you require heft...
How To Catch Swarms
The sight of a swarm of bees can be both mesmerising and intimidating. However, catching swarms is a crucial skill for beekeepers and...
How to Use a Bee Smoker
Among the array of tools at a beekeeper's disposal, the bee smoker stands out as a pivotal instrument. In this guide, we will unravel the...
How To Split A Beehive
How to split a beehive using the demaree method
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