Raising Bees

Mason Jar Beekeeping Step-by-Step Guide

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December 13, 2022 By Joanna Medalla 38 Comments

Mason jar beekeeping is ideal for small spaces. With a little bit of research and planning, even a common suburban backyard can be a perfect place for honey bees to build hives. You'll just need a few supplies to get started: some wood, the bees, and, you guessed it, mason jars! There are many self-sustaining beekeepers these days. Perhaps, you'll be one of them! Check out this …Continue Reading

Honey Bees and Their Homes

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October 14, 2022 By Elaina Garcia Leave a Comment

Did you know that honey bees don't have origins in the United States? Instead, they're native to places like Italy, Southeast Asia, Malaysia, Indonesia, and several other tropical and subtropical climate regions. Despite this, it's definitely possible to make your honey bees feel right at home here in the States. Learning about different bee housing now means you can have happy …Continue Reading

Beginner’s Guide To Keeping Bees

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September 20, 2022 By Riley E. Carlson Leave a Comment

Ever thought of keeping bees in your homestead? Whether you're a hobby farmer, backyard beekeeper, or a homesteader wanting to begin a small business, it's pretty easy to learn the buzz on bees. Read on and I'll teach you the basics I’ve followed when I was just getting started with beekeeping. Getting Started With Keeping Bees In Your Homestead Keeping bees goes through the …Continue Reading

Backyard Beekeeping | How to Turn Your Backyard into a Bee Haven

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September 15, 2022 By Liz Greene 2 Comments

Have you ever considered turning your backyard into a bee haven? There are so many fantastic benefits of making your outdoor living space more bee-friendly. Check out these ideas to start your own backyard beekeeping! Backyard Beekeeping | How to Turn Your Backyard into a Bee Haven On October 31st, seven native Hawaiian bees were added to the endangered species list. After …Continue Reading

Beekeeping In Winter: Preparing Beehives For The Cold Season

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November 13, 2020 By Riley E. Carlson 1 Comment

Honey bees are vulnerable during winter, and they need warm temperatures, among other things, to survive the cold season. Give your bees a helping hand through these tips on beekeeping in winter. RELATED: Backyard Beekeeping | How to Turn Your Backyard into a Bee Haven Beekeeping in Winter | 9 Ways to Care for Your Bees 1. Inspect Your Beehives Examine your hives during …Continue Reading