DIY
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How to Use Raw Propolis
Have you ever seen that sticky, brown paste all over the inside of a beehive? That is called propolis, and it’s more important than you think. While propolis has many uses for bees, it is also beneficial to humans. Just like beeswax and honey, propolis has long been harvested and used medicinally. If you’d like to learn how to use raw propolis, read on. But first let’s cover the basics. What Is Propolis? Commonly called bee glue, propolis is a resin like substance used by bees to seal small open spaces in the hive. While the color or propolis can vary depending on it’s source, most propolis is dark brown.…
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How to Build a Beehive from Scratch
For some people, being a beekeeper is about having the best beehive. One that looks completely original and is unlike any other beehive out there. A beehive that is not only unique but is also filled with a thriving colony of bees. Beehives can either be bought fully assembled, bought unassembled, or you can learn how to build a beehive from scratch. There are many benefits to raising bees. Of course, honey production from the bees is a huge plus, since you can taste freshly harvested, sweet, and all-natural honey, or even give it to a friend to enjoy. Some mass-produced honey products sold in stores have fillers and other…
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The Best Unassembled Beehive Kits
Beekeeping can be rather rewarding when you know what you are doing. In many cases, bees get a bad rap because people tend to view them as hostile and in some cases, dangerous. These notions come from an inexperienced and somewhat ignorant vantage point. Yes, bees are naturally territorial and tend to be hostile when they feel threatened or that you have intruded. If, however, you give them a suitable home and learn how to handle them, bees can be very rewarding. That is why you need to find them the best home, to begin with. This is a review of the best-unassembled beehive kits for sale. Hopefully, this will…
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How to Build a Langstroth Bee Box
Bees are a very unique insect species. Between the way their family is set up, and how particular they are on the structural aspects of their home, you won’t find any other insect or animal in the world that is as precise as bees as far as their lifestyle goes. They’re special in their own way. How to Build a Langstroth Bee Box When you start to build the bee box, take your time. Don’t rush things because you’re excited to begin beekeeping; this will only reduce the quality of the bee box, and the bees may not take to it well. You need to have patience, careful planning, and…
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5 Tips For How to Build a Honey Bee Hive
It’s summer! The perfect time to build a hive for honey bees. Beekeeping is an interesting and rewarding hobby, and summer is the best time to start it. If you are beekeeping novice you may be wondering how to build a hive for honey bees. Luckily since there has been a recent rise in interest in raising bees, there is a lot of information out there. I’ve also decided to compile a list of tips for anyone interested in honey bees. Hopefully these tips will help you get started with your very own honey bee hive. Use quality materials and give yourself lots of time. When building a hive for…
