Ten reasons that bees are such amazing creatures and why you should consider adding them to your farm. My first year of beekeeping has been a real eye-opener. I knew bees were amazing creatures, but I never knew just how cool they were until we started raising them. The life inside a hive is truly […]
Beekeeping on a Budget: Top Bar Hives
We chose top bar hives for two main reasons. First, it’s supposed to be a kinder, gentler, and easier way to keep bees. The other reason we went the top bar route is because it’s much cheaper! In the wild, bees will build a hive anywhere they think is safe and secure. Usually that’s inside […]
Ants in the Beehive
How do you get rid of ants in a beehive. You certainly don’t want ants in your honey. Here’s our secret weapon against these pesky little insects.
Your First Beehive
Learn how to get your first beehive going!
How to Keep City Bees Without Making Your Neighbors Angry
Many people wonder if you can keep bees in the city since other animals tend to need more space. The short answer is YES you absolutely can keep bees – even in very small spaces. But if you don’t do it right you are setting yourself up for a neighborhood war.
How to Keep Bees In the City Without Upsetting Your Neighbors
Many people wonder if you can keep bees in the city since other animals tend to need more space. The short answer is YES you absolutely can keep bees – even in very small spaces. But if you don’t do it right you are setting yourself up for a neighborhood war.