The Business Of Beekeeping At Montana’s Smoot Honey Co.
May 11, 2022Montana’s Smoot Honey Co. upholds a sweet beekeeping tradition with an efficiency that would make any honeybee queen proud.
What You Should Know About Bee Genetics
April 28, 2022Certain genetic traits can influence mite resistance, cold tolerance and even temperament of bees, so study up before starting your hive.
Nectar Flow Changes & Seasonal Tasks For Honeybees
March 10, 2022Changes in climate and nectar flow have complicated beekeeping, but seasonal checks and tasks can help keep honeybees healthy and productive.
Beekeeping & A Permaculture Orchard Direct Beers At Wayward Lane Brewing
January 20, 2022Farm manager Andrew Rowles tells us how Wayward Lane Brewing plans to incorporate pawpaws, aronia berries and brambles into 2022’s beer selection.
5 Questions to Ask Before Keeping Bees
January 18, 2016Urban beekeeping is all the rage, but don’t blindly jump in. Ask yourself these questions before starting your hive.
Top 10 Reasons for Urban Beekeeping
January 18, 2016Urban beekeeping is a positive way to help Mother Nature, start a new hobby and educate those around you about natural food production. Not to mention, all the free honey!
Unexpected Beehives
January 18, 2016Even though urban bees tend to be an underground find, you’d never guess to look for them in these locations.
5 Tools You Need As A Beekeeper
December 29, 2015Beekeeping requires very little equipment, but these supplies can help make the endeavor easier.
The Hive Mind, Or How I Bonded With Bees
November 27, 2015Many beekeepers believe hives can develop personalities, and mine are about as mellow as they get.
Burning Question: Should Beekeepers Use The Flow Hive?
August 21, 2015The much-touted Flow Hive may provide beekeepers an easy harvesting method, but it could be hurting the health of the bees in the long run.
