Aggressive Colonies and Missing Queens
July 3, 2017I have always loved a great mystery. But, I don't especially like that in my bee yard! Last week, I…
A Bee Yard Mystery
June 15, 2017Those early spring days in the bee yard often bring surprises, turning the apiary into a top-notch outdoor classroom. If…
The First Few Weeks of a Beehive
June 5, 2017Happenings in the Bee Yard This week I had planned to talk about installing a nuc. But, I didn't get…
Setting Up a Langstroth Hive
May 29, 2017Happenings in the Bee Yard Before we start talking about my Langstroth hive setup I wanted to update you about some happenings…
Critical Decisions for Bee Yard Setup
May 22, 2017Happenings in the Bee Yard Before we start talking about setting up a bee yard and the hives that will…
Key Startup Decisions For the Beekeeper
May 15, 2017Happenings in the Bee Yard Before I launch into this week's topic about making choices, I want to share some…
Planning For Two Hives
May 8, 2017One Hive, Two Hives . . . When I decided that I definitely wanted to become a beekeeper, I instantly…
Why Beekeeping?
April 30, 2017This article is part of the A New Beekeeper's Journal column, which documents the story of Keith Stiles as he…
5 Methods To Help You Raise Your Own Queens
July 15, 2016Would you like to be able to raise your own queens? The idea of raising your own queen isn't one…
Do I Need a Second Beehive?
May 25, 2016With a first beehive up and running, is it worth considering a second hive. Yes, there are many reasons why…