Many beginners don't even think beyond their ... This diagram, from my book on beginning beekeeping (The Backyard Beekeeper) demonstrates a typical nest in a tree. Natural nests are generally ...

Thinking of starting your beehive? From hives and frames to smokers and suits, here’s a beginner-friendly guide to all the ...

"Beekeeping is something anyone can do in their backyard in both the city or country," said Adrienne Held, Purdue Extension educator and co-coordinator for the series. "We want to teach participants ...

Perhaps it's the honey sourced directly from your own backyard, or maybe the knowledge ... "The tricky bit for a beginner beekeeper is they have to go into that colony, find the old queen and ...

And as the weather gets warmer, some have turned to another new agricultural hobby: beekeeping. In recent weeks ... MF: How much does this typically cost to have your own backyard operation? HK: It’s ...

Beekeeping is a hobby Finnern, a retired dentist, picked up about six years ago. Today, he has about 10 active hives in his backyard in Bartlett and produces a rich, amber honey that has caught ...

Backyard bees are permitted in Bellingham ... Michael Jaross is gearing up to teach his annual class on Whatcom County beekeeping for beginners — and there are still a few spots left.

Along with selling the hives, Wood offers mentoring to beginners. Paul Wood from Brisbane Backyard Bees is an advocate of natural beekeeping and uses a frameless system known as a Top Bar Hive.

“It’s a great way for folks who are thinking about beekeeping to see is this really for me,” said Cowin. One of the best parts? The Beginner Beekeeping Workshop can be completed from the ...

Backyard beekeepers play a critical role in maintaining a ... Since starting bee colonies requires extensive research and preparation, beginners should contact the Mississippi Beekeepers Association ...