Two Reasons to SwarmLike us, bees need space in which to live their lives. They…
The Sweet Taste of Natural HoneyDo you love the taste of natural honey? Not merely…
Primed for ActionBees possess an extraordinary array of capabilities in their tiny frames. Whether raising…
My beekeeping journey began when I was a teenager in the early 1970s. School and…

For nectar, pollen and water, our bees will travel great distancesHoney bees are like foraging…

Despite the short drone lifetime, DCAs are in the same place each yearSome beekeepers are…

The Power of the ColonyHoneybees are fascinating creatures. They collaborate in a way that is…

The Rhythm of the SummerThere are few things as satisfying to a beekeeper as the…

Drone Congregation Areas (DCAs) are a fascinating place where queens kick-start their life of egg…

6 Weeks…or 5 Months?What creature has a very short life span in the warm months…

The Third ComponentAsk a non-beekeeper what bees collect when they forage and you will probably…

The Travelling BeeBeekeepers are really just supporters of a small society of insects with a…

Small Package, Big DealWe’ve looked at the drone and the queen. Now let’s look at…

The Central FigureHave you ever wondered what role the queen really plays within the hive?…

Why Drones Are NecessaryHave you ever put much thought into the male honey bee? We…