Raising bees

Learn what all beginner beekeepers need to know before they get bees. How to set up the apiary, where to buy bees, what beekeeping supplies are needed, and other beekeeping questions are answered in this article.

How does one become a beekeeper? There are many ways to start beekeeping, however, by taking certain steps ahead of time you'll maximize your success, save money, and have more fun!

Owning bees: 7 things to consider and two things you need adequate of before owning bees. Here is the "class schedule" for beekeepers.

What do you do when your bees run away from home? You catch them. Here's how to catch a bee swarm for beginners.

Bees in Winter: Do you have really cold, wet winters? Then consider making a candy board, moisture quilt and wrapping your hive with insulation!

Have you ever thought about ways that you can make yourself more self-sufficient? Well if you haven’t, then you definitely should. There are a number of

Complete list of bee suppliers across the US! Includes suppliers of packages, nucs, and Queens.

Raising bees can be a fun and rewarding part of homesteading. Here are some things you need to know BEFORE you get started beekeeping.

In this series, backyard beekeeping for beginners, I hope to share some important things to think about before beginning the journey of keeping bees.

Beekeeping mistakes are very common, but fortunately most of them really easy to fix. Here are over a few dozen to avoid.