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Apr 10, 2026 · This is a general beekeeping forum to discuss all the various topics on beekeeping that don't fit in any of the other beekeeping forums.

Nov 15, 2013 · The trade magazines, American Bee Journal, and Bee Culture, have advertisements of the usual commercial woodware suppliers. Expect to pay for freight shipping by the pallet.

Nov 2, 2013 · I ran across these photos and thought I'd post them again. I put a sugar block on every hive that is in a single or when the cluster is near the top of the hive. 25# cane sugar one quart cider …

Mar 9, 2021 · Solid, bee-tight hive equipment is necessary because any secondary openings will be eagerly sought by bees to avoid passing through the pollen trap grid. Two pollen trap designs are …

Dec 27, 2024 · Great presentation from Mr. Steve Riley from this year's National Honey Show just dropped. He and Dr. Stephen Martin host and maintain varroaresistant.uk and work closely with the …

Feb 24, 2016 · State laws and regulations relating to honey bees and beekeeping are designed primarily to control bee diseases. Therefore, they usually attempt to regulate movement and entry of bees, …

Jan 16, 2013 · RUSSELL APIARIES- FACTS, and first hand knowledge... He taught me how to raise bees

May 14, 2010 · I have a bunch of ants that keep trying to get into my newly established bee hive. What is the safest way to rid my hive and ground of these creatures. Will they effect the bees?

Feb 27, 2022 · I found the $8 swarm trap (now $12 at $36/sheet for CDX) and found it wanting in a couple of areas. Most notably, there's not a lot of room for 5 frames, especially if you give the bees …