Winter is the most challenging season for bee colonies. So the spring hive inspection is a vital beekeeping task. You need to check how the colony and the hive fared in the winter. This valuable knowledge will let you know how to prepare the bees for summer 🙂 What To Look For In The First... <p>The post First Spring Hive Inspection And Maintenance (Vital Tips!) first appeared on Beekeeping Insider.</p>| Beekeeping Insider
Feeding bees is a necessary part of beekeeping. Many beekeepers only feed in the fall and winter. But springtime feeding can be equally important. However, the type of syrup you use and the reasons for feeding in spring are entirely different. So, what recipe should you use to make spring bee syrup and give your... <p>The post Spring Bee Syrup Recipe (Best Advice!) first appeared on Beekeeping Insider.</p>| Beekeeping Insider
Splitting beehives is a means to an end for a beekeeper. And splitting hives in spring is done for specific reasons. Therefore understanding why beekeepers split colonies is essential, as is the reason for performing the split in the springtime! I’ll tell you everything you need to know 🙂 Splitting Beehives In Spring A beehive... <p>The post How And When To Split A Hive In Spring (Fail-Safe Guide!) first appeared on Beekeeping Insider.</p>| Beekeeping Insider
Beekeeping is a personal journey. Eventually, you’ll find methods and strategies that suit your needs. The decision to use foundation or foundationless frames is something you’ll hear debated at any beekeeping association 🙂 But what is the difference, and what are the pros and cons of each choice? Find out more below! Foundation Vs. Foundationless... <p>The post Foundation vs. Foundationless Beekeeping (What You Need to Know!) first appeared on Beekeeping Insider.</p>| Beekeeping Insider
When you open your beehives to check on your bees' resources or if honey is ready to be harvested, you may find both capped and uncapped honey on the| Beekeeping Insider