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Jul 30, 20205 min read

The Truth About Honey - Not All Honey Is Created Equal

There are many misconceptions around that liquid gold that is so highly sought after by the humble beekeeper. The "all natural" food...

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Apr 14, 202016 min read

RESOURCES FOR NEW BEEKEEPERS

For those aspiring to become a beekeeper, knowing where or how to start can be a daunting task. Most new beekeepers unfortunately fail...

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Sep 26, 20192 min read

Nectar Sources of Arizona

A majority of beekeepers desire maximum honey production from their apiary. To accomplish this goal, I think it is wise to know your...

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Aug 6, 20194 min read

QUEEN GENETICS AND TRAITS

Selecting for honey bee genetics is a daunting and fairly complicated subject. However, with a little understanding over the simplest...

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Jun 5, 20197 min read

Products from the Hive: It isn't all about the Honey!

The domestication of honey bees for the purpose of collecting honey is tracked back to approximately 4,500 years ago through ancient...

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Jun 4, 20195 min read

The Romance of Beekeeping

At the time of this writing, I have been beekeeping for just over three years and am managing 18 colonies and growing. With working...

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May 24, 20193 min read

5 Frame Nuc

The 5 frame nuc (nucleus colony), in my opinion, is a crucial piece of equipment for any beekeeper. They come in handy for catching...

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May 23, 20194 min read

Simple and Cheap Screened Bottom Board

CAUTION: This build requires use of power tools. Please read all instructions before starting the build. MATERIALS · One 8 foot 2x4 (if...

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May 23, 20194 min read

Laying Workers, All Is Not Lost

The dreaded laying worker issue. Many of us have heard it and some of us have not. But do we really understand the dynamics of what is...

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