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Bees Up In Smoke
Bees Up In Smoke This is not a reference to a popular movie in 1978, but smoke (not cannabis smoke) is regularly used to help many beekeepers work with bees. The smoker instrument in the wrong hands, or misused, can cause harm to bees. Seasoned beekeepers more commonly use the smoker process, but its use…
Read MoreHow Toxic Pesticides Affect Us
How Toxic Pesticides Affect Us The use of pesticides has been connected to sustainable and affordable food supplies, not just nationally but globally. However, using them without understanding the risks can be dangerous. The risks related to pesticide use are being researched, and more negative effects on the body are being found than initially thought.…
Read MorePreparing for Honeybee Care Through Winter
Preparing for Honeybee Care Through Winter One of the things many beekeepers learn over years of caring for their bees is how to best prepare for the changing seasons. Some states, like Florida and Texas, deal with extreme heat throughout the summer. Other states, like California, may have milder seasons swings, but winter for bees…
Read MoreBee Life Spans
Bee Life Spans The average person lives 78 years, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Compare that to the significantly shorter life spans of bees, and it is even more amazing how much they contribute to pollination and the environment! There are more than 20,000 bee species in the world, and without digging…
Read MoreCan Bees Predict Weather?
Can Bees Predict Weather? Bees are known to be able to predict a storm on the way. As we enter the rainy and stormy season in many parts of the nation, knowing what to expect and recognizing different behaviors allows beekeepers to help prepare their hives for the upcoming weather. Rainstorms most often bring lightning,…
Read MoreThe Gentle Bees
The Gentle Bees Although honeybees and bumble bees tend to get most of the attention, there are more than 20,000 species of bees in the United States. Among those numbers are several species that are gentler than honeybees, including Mason and Leafcutter bees. Both species are highly effective pollinators and help gardens thrive and ecosystems…
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