Extreme weather can make beekeeping a real challenge, no matter how much experience you have. Intense heatwaves, freezing cold snaps, heavy rain, and drought all put honeybee health and hive productivity at risk. From personal experience, staying prepared for these ups and downs is pretty important if you want your bees to thrive. Here, I’ll … Read more
Autumn is one of my favorite times to check on the hives. The crisp air, changing leaves, and last bursts of wildflowers always signal it’s time to help my bees prepare for colder months ahead. Proper autumn hive maintenance keeps colonies strong, healthy, and much more likely to make it through winter with plenty of … Read more
Watching bees buzz from flower to flower has always fascinated me. There’s a whole story hidden in that flight, one that ends in a jar of golden honey on the kitchen shelf. From the outside, it seems pretty straightforward: bees collect nectar, then magically turn it into honey. But the real process is way more … Read more
If you’re thinking about getting into beekeeping, you’re not alone! Harvesting honey from your own backyard and supporting the bees is rewarding on so many levels. From sweet jars of honey to the gentle hum of a healthy hive, this hobby is both fascinating and easier to start than you might think. I’ve put together … Read more
If you’ve kept bees for even a short time, you know how important the queen is for a healthy, productive hive. When something goes wrong and your colony loses its queen, things can go downhill fast. Unless you spot the problem quickly, your bees may struggle to recover. Figuring out whether your hive is queenless … Read more
Creating a honey extraction room can make the whole job of harvesting and processing honey way easier, less sticky, and a lot more enjoyable. If you want to keep things clean, efficient, and up to food-safe standards, getting your setup right from day one goes a long way. I’ll walk you through what’s really important … Read more
Packaging honey for sale might feel a bit daunting at first, but it’s also a fun way to show off your hard-earned product. Whether you’re bottling a few jars for a local farmers market or planning to stock shelves in a neighborhood store, making thoughtful packaging choices is important. I’m here to walk you through … Read more
If you’ve ever tasted fresh, local honey, you know there’s something special about it. What’s neat is that honey isn’t just great by the spoonful. It’s also a fantastic base for all sorts of valueadded products—from infused jars to spreads and even skincare. For beekeepers, hobbyists, or anyone looking to get creative with their hive … Read more
If you’re thinking about trying beekeeping but worried about the cost, you’re not alone. Beekeeping has a bit of a reputation for being expensive, especially when you start looking at fancy hives and gear. The good news is, there are totally reasonable ways to start beekeeping on a budget without skipping the important stuff or … Read more
Working with bees is always a rewarding adventure, but one thing I’ve learned is that not all honey bees are the same, especially when it comes to their genetics. The specific traits of bees in your area can influence everything from survival rates to honey production, so paying attention to local bee genetics offers a … Read more