Native Bees: How Your Colony Might Impact Them, and How You Can Support Them!

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August 6, 2020

Native Bees: How Your Colony Might Impact Them, and How You Can Support Them!

Long before honey bees were introduced to North America in the 1600s, native (or wild) bees were doing their thing across the continent. While honey bees make important contributions to our agricultural system, native bees play an equally, if not bigger role in pollination. Today, we’re taking a look at […]
July 30, 2020

What You Need to Know About Forage for Bees, and How You Can Help Them!

Today we’re covering everything you need to know about forage: how bees use it, where they get it, and what sources they enjoy the most. We’re also giving you tips for creating a sustainable garden, full of delicious plants for bees and other pollinators. Let’s get started! What Bees Forage […]
July 23, 2020

Our Top Inspection Tips for a Healthy Hive

Today, we’re breaking down how you can bring your A-game to every hive inspection with our top hive inspection tips! Take our advice and make your next inspection a productive, informative, and pleasant experience for both you and your bees. 1. Pick the Right Time to Inspect Choosing the right […]
July 16, 2020

How to Keep Your Bees Safe While Working Around the Hive

With beekeeping, any mention of “safety” is usually concerning a beekeeper’s protection. But today we’re going to talk about safety for the other half of the beekeeping equation… the bees! Sure, beekeepers should protect themselves as they go about their work. But it’s just as important that we protect our […]
July 9, 2020

Why Level Hives are So Important for You and Your Bees

Think about building a home from the ground up. What’s the first thing to address before you can start adding walls and other structures? The foundation. Level hives are key to a safe and productive life for bees, just as level ground is vital to a sturdy home for people. Creating […]