About Beekeeping


Take a look at the following links to learn more about beekeeping:

History Of Beekeeping
Beekeeping and honey gathering go back many years. Here is a brief history.



How To Start Beekeeping
Links to information and resources about beekeeping: from choosing equipment to videos to watch.

Why/when Do Beekeepers Feed Sugar To Bees?
Ever wondered why they do it?  Find out here.















Bee Boles

What are bee boles? A brief overview.

What Is Mead?
A look at this ancient drink!

Honey Bee Hives
A quick overview of the types of beehives used by beekeepers.

Honey bee foraging on yellow solidago flower

Why Do Honey Bees And Beekeepers Matter?
Honey bees and beekeepers play an important role in food production, society and the the environment.


Beekeeping Equipment
About beekeeping equipment used by beekeepers - not a full list, but what are the basic items a beekeeper will need?


Books
Some great beekeeping books, as well as books along related themes.

Commercial Beekeeping
About the service provided by commercial beekeepers.

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Honey bee foraging on the pink flowers of a favourite Winter shrub for bees, Daphne Bholua