Now that you've hived your bees, you'll want to check on them weekly to be sure that the queen is alive and laying eggs. You should be able to find...
New To Beekeeping? Here Are Some Dos And Don’ts To Keep In Mind
Beekeeping is a recreational and environmental hobby that is quickly growing in popularity. In fact, the USDA reports that as of 2014, the number of colonies managed by beekeepers was...
Oregon Residential Beekeeping Legislation: What is House Bill 2653?
If you are thinking about starting to keep bees in your backyard or if you are already a residential beekeeper in Oregon, we've got great news to share! House Bill...
Beekeeper’s Guide To Seasonal Beekeeping Tasks: Part 1 (Winter And Spring)
Beekeeping is becoming an increasingly popular and eco-friendly hobby for countless Americans. In fact, the USDA reports that as of 2014, the number of colonies managed by human beekeepers was...
Beekeeping Resolutions for The New Year
A new year means a new beginning. It’s a time to evaluate where we are in life and to make goals to get to where we want to be in...
Answering Common Questions About Bee Pollen: Part 1
It's no secret that bees are an indispensable component of our ecosystem. In fact, bees pollinate more than $15 billion a year in crops in the United States. However, many...
How To Manage Beehives In The Home During Home Renovations
As the one and only raw honey providers in the world, bees are far from being "pests"; though, they do sometimes build hives in less than ideal locations. For example,...
Here Are Some Do’s And Don’ts For Beekeeping Beginners
Americans consume about 1.3 pounds of honey per person per year. If you're interested in keeping bees and want to be able to harvest raw honey in your own backyard,...
Understanding The Most Essential Beekeeping Tools: Part 2
In the last post, we discussed a few basic beekeeping tools that are essential for honey harvesting success. It's no secret that raw organic honey can be used in countless...
Understanding The Most Essential Beekeeping Tools: Part 1
When it comes to beekeeping, many assume that it's too much work or simply not worth the effort. Or perhaps you're imagining the threat of bee stings. On the contrary,...
4 Tips For Introducing Your Child To The Basics Of Beekeeping
As summer ends and the back-to-school season starts up again, kids are continuing to grow and develop more responsibilities. If your child has shown an interest in the great outdoors...
New To Beekeeping? Here’s an FAQ For ‘Bee’-ginners
When it comes to raising your own bees, many are put off because of their inaccurate perceptions and think of it as complicated and time-consuming. While it does require quite...
4 Tips Any New Beekeeper Should Follow
Beekeeping is a great hobby and is getting more popular every year. In fact, the USDA reports that as of 2014, the number of colonies managed by beekeepers was the...