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Life is a Highway: The Why and How of Bee Transportation
Life is a Highway: The Why and How of Bee Transportation If you spent time on the road this summer, you may not have driven next to a truck or semi full of honeybee hives. If you did, you witnessed something that may not be normal, although more than 2 million honeybee colonies are moved…
Read MoreThe ABCs of Bee Removal
The ABCs of Bee Removal The number one reason people skip professional bee removal is the anticipation of how much it will cost. However, if a bee infestation is left simply for this reason, the risk and expense will ultimately be more significant. Multiple factors affect the price of professional bee removal, and hiring a…
Read MoreCan Bees Make Cannabis Honey?
Can Bees Make Cannabis Honey? It was surprising to discover how often the question arises in discussion forums and conversations about bees making cannabis honey. Seasoned beekeepers know what it takes for honeybees to make honey, and since cannabis is not a nectar creating plant, the answer is no. Some people hold onto the hope…
Read MoreThe Four Ws of Pollination: Who, What, Why and When?
The Four Ws of Pollination: Who, What, Why and When? Who: The Players in Pollination Most people name bees and butterflies as pollinators, but the list is a bit more expansive and might surprise you. Bees use nectar from flowers to provide the necessary fuel to fly. Protein and amino acids are essential to keeping…
Read MoreWhy Some Beekeepers Wear Suits and Others Don’t
Why Some Beekeepers Wear Suits and Others Don’t Beekeepers are most often depicted in recognizable bee suit gear that others assume is for protection against the sting of the bees. However, many beekeepers who are new to the task wonder about the value of the bee suit and why some beekeepers wear them, and others…
Read MoreDoes Technology Have a Place in Beekeeping?
Does Technology Have a Place in Beekeeping? It is safe to say that in the last five years, with advancing technology, its role has become more frequently a topic of conversation among beekeepers. Some beekeepers use beekeeping as their solace, finding a way to nurture and protect the Earth’s valuable pollinators while living a simple…
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