Welcome Home! Discovering More About Bee Nesting Styles

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Welcome Home! Discovering More About Bee Nesting Styles Bees, whether social or solitary, build nests. There are various places where one might discover bee nests, and bees are quite resourceful when it comes to the many materials they collect and put to good use when making their homes. Bees use five different styles of nesting,…

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What Is Absconding in Beekeeping?

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What Is Absconding in Beekeeping? It is crucial for beekeepers to acknowledge that even though bees are incredibly resilient and adaptable, they are also sensitive and will leave when unhappy. Although foraging and swarming are natural behaviors that involve bees leaving the hive and are good signs for beekeepers, absconding is not standard or a…

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Top Misconceptions About Bees

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Top Misconceptions About Bees Local gardeners and beekeepers pride themselves on staying up to date on the latest related to bees and other pollinators. Bee enthusiasts are advocates for sharing information and growing awareness of the importance of bees as pollinators to the environment. Misconceptions about bees have led to many situations that could have…

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Prioritizing Non-Lethal Bee Removal

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Prioritizing Non-Lethal Bee Removal Regardless of what someone believes about how many items on your dining table are directly tied to bees’ pollination, it is undeniable that bees are essential pollinators in many crops. As many bee species are reported to have dwindling populations, those who may have previously disregarded an unwanted beehive now seek…

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What To Expect About Swarming This Spring

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What To Expect About Swarming This Spring If you are in colder climates, you may still be experiencing winter weather. However, be encouraged! Springtime is coming up fast; soon, the sunshine will be out, and the weather will get warmer. Spring brings so much beauty and is a favorite time of year for gardeners and…

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Five Ways to Attract Bees and Butterflies to Your Garden

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Five Ways to Attract Bees and Butterflies to Your Garden Deciding to turn your outdoor space into a haven for bees and butterflies is an excellent way to help struggling pollinators and beautify your garden. Over the last several years, gardeners have reported noticeably less buzzing around their gardens. As many essential pollinators face decline,…

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