Propolis: Honeybees Love It for Good Reason

DISCLAIMER: The blog below is generally created from the research listed in the “Referenced Material” section.  This is not my research. All credit is given to these studies and researchers who are helping beekeepers better understand how we can improve our management practices. Introduction A beekeeper with their hive tool in hand will often be […]

Is Moisture Normal…In a Hive?

DISCLAIMER: The blog below is generally created from the research listed in the “Referenced Material” section.  This is not my research. All credit is given to these studies and researchers who are helping beekeepers better understand how we can improve our management practices. Introduction Water plays a critical role in honeybee biology and overall health. […]

Honeybee Medicine Cabinet

DISCLAIMER: The blog below is generally created from the research listed in the “Referenced Material” section.  This is not my research. All credit is given to these studies and researchers who are helping beekeepers better understand how we can improve our management practices. Introduction The coevolutionary dependencies between pollinators and plants has enabled pollinators including […]

Thermal Energy Efficiency and Honey Desiccation

DISCLAIMER: The blog below is generally created from the research listed in the “Referenced Material” section.  This is not my research. All credit is given to these studies and researchers who are helping beekeepers better understand how we can improve our management practices. Energy-Intensive Process Honey ripening or desiccation of nectar to produce honey by […]