Worker bees select the larvae from which the queens are developed. There are 3 important reasons why worker bees produce queens: swarming, queen superscedure and emergency queen replacement. As a result, the colony builds different queen cells, which care be identified by the beekeepers. Every queen cell presents distinctive signs that can be interpreted by…
One of the most valuable tools for every beekeeper is the bee smoker. During every inspection, the proper use of a bee smoker will calm the hive and help save bee lives. Why is it necessary to include this tool in your activity? It is safer for the bees and the beekeepers to work in…
When a hive is robbed, it usually happens because of nectar shortage. Bees from other colonies invade weaker hives and steal honey. They will tear open the honey cells to get to the honey while bringing in mites and other diseases to your colony. Prevention is better than stopping this robbing, so follow the measures…
When the heat waves become notably damaging and the temperature is above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the bees’ hive becomes almost inhospitable. That is the moment when the beekeeper should intervene to protect hives against intense temperatures, by applying proper practices for the summertime season. In our last article, we started by mentioning some of the…
Summertime is an exciting season but also very challenging for all the beekeepers. For the bees, summer is a busy time as well. As all plants bloom, the nectar reaches its peak. When that happens, bees are working tirelessly to collect pollen and gather the nectar, followed by intensive honey production. It is important to…
Summertime is an exciting season but also very challenging for all the beekeepers. For the bees, summer is a busy time as well. As all things bloom in the summer, the nectar is reaching its peak. When that happens, bees are working tirelessly to collect pollen and gather the nectar, followed by an intensive honey…
Every summer has its story. On a beautiful June day, adventure called and we had to go. For us, every good adventure starts surrounded by nature with the whole Apiary Book team, in the company of bees and their buzzing. Sometimes, all you need is great companionship and a fast ride to start the journey.…
Pesticides and insecticides have been indicated as major factors contributing to the decline of the honey bee colonies. The effects of pesticides on exposed pollinators are extremely harmful, but also honey bee habitats are in great danger once they are exposed to the toxicity of pesticides. Our mission is to help beekeepers manage pesticide and…
As a company that provides one the best apiary management apps on the market today, we also strive to educate beekeepers about honeybees. Although it might seem daunting having to catch a swarm of bees, rest assured, we’ve created this complete guide to help you get through it safely and successfully. Catching a swarm of…
Bogdan Iordache exemplifies the entrepreneur who turns a passion into business. At the same time, he is an IT professional who decided to use his skills and knowledge, acquired in over 2 decades of activity, to develop technologies that advance the agricultural sector. In his particular field, beekeeping, Bogdan is the founder of Apiary Book,…
