Why Do Bees Kill Their Queen? (5 Surprising Reasons)
In a beehive, the queen plays a central role in the colony's success, and yet, despite her all-powerful authority, she may be replaced by her worker bees. But …
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Bee Hive Mite Treatments That Actually Work (Oxalic Acid, Apivar & Formic Acid)
How many mites there are in the bee population of your hive is completely unknown. If you notice malformed bees, you may have a serious mite infestation, a …
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3 Ways To Prevent Varroa Hive Mites That'll Actually Work
Varroa mite eradication may be impossible once it's been established in your beehives. But beekeepers in different countries have used various methods to …
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Here's How You Know If You Have Hive Mites (Varroa)
The health and survival rate of your bees can be impacted by a mite infestation. If left unchecked, a mite infestation can completely wipe out a colony of …
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Storing Wet Honey Supers - The Best & Easiest Way
After honey extraction, what remains is the accumulation of gooey, sticky frames. These uncapped comb frames, sometimes referred to as "wet" frames or supers, …
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The Ultimate Guide on Why Bees Swarm & How To Prevent It
Swarms of honey bees are a typical springtime occurrence. Early in the spring, honey bee colonies that made it through the winter start to lay eggs and grow. …
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What Time of Day Do Bees Swarm? (A Surprising Pattern)
A bee colony views swarming as a sign of strength that indicates a thriving population. Since there are so many bees, the colony must now split in half. But …
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3 Reasons Why Bees Swarm in the Fall & How To Avoid It
Bee colonies are preparing to swarm as the days become shorter and the temperatures drop. Honeybees have outgrown their nesting area since they last separated …
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Will Bees Swarm Without a Queen? (And 3 Other Reasons)
When it’s swarming time, the queen bee will leave the hive with around half of the colony and travel to a temporary area while they search for a new home. But …
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