Best Christmas Tree Disposal for the Environment and Pollinators
Christmas trees bring a touch of the outside into homes over the holidays. The lights and look of a tree can transform any room into a vision of holiday cheer. The tree becomes the center of attention as gifts are placed underneath, and unwrapping happens in a flash on Christmas morning. Since the tree is…
Read MoreAre Fake or Real Trees Better for the Environment?
The annual debate in households is whether to get a fake or real tree for Christmas. Many people choose one and stick to it, whereas others maybe go back and forth each year to decide if buying a fake tree makes more sense because of its longevity or if the fresh scent and mess of…
Read MoreWhy Does the Beekeeping Boom Concern Beekeepers?
Beekeeping has undoubtedly taken off as far as popularity. More people than ever have expressed interest in the hobby, but experts are concerned that misguided novice beekeepers may need to consider all the aspects of this environmental effort. Whether the increasing interest is in response to the shrinking numbers of honeybees, the hope of perfect…
Read MoreThe Cycle of Bee Colony Life
Everything seems purposefully cyclical in our world, and how bee colonies behave year after year should be no surprise. If you are not a beekeeper yourself, the mystery of bees can be intriguing, and even beekeepers enjoy the continued unfolding of new findings about these fascinating pollinators. Honeybee colonies can consist of groups in the…
Read MoreUp In Smoke: Why Beekeepers Use Smokers
A bee smoker is an essential tool for beekeepers. It seems odd to outsiders that someone would intentionally blow smoke into a hive of bees, but beekeepers use smokers very deliberately. The bee smoker keeps bees and beekeepers safe when a beekeeper needs access to a hive. There are many reasons a beekeeper needs hive…
Read MoreGifts for Your Favorite Beekeeper 2022
Buying gifts for the holidays can be stressful for some, especially if they want to buy for a hobbyist beekeeper! It is no mystery that people struggle more and more with what gifts to get to the people in their lives. We all strive to make gifts personal, meaningful, and ultimately useful! For example, if…
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