Catching wild bees is always not only profitable, but also a useful activity. With it, you can get useful insects for free, as well as save them from death. In the future, in just 1-2 years, a full-fledged productive apiary can develop from a small bee swarm. This article will examine in detail how to make homemade traps for bees from improvised means and what is needed for this

Transportation of bee houses is an integral part of apiary maintenance. Hives are usually transported using a special trailer. How to make such a trailer and carry out the movement of hives - read on. Important! You can not transport bees in the summer heat. During transportation, the bees are always excited, which increases the level of heat and humidity inside the house, and insects can die from overheating

Bees, unlike most insects, are not known to fall into hibernation. For this reason, their wintering should be taken very seriously, pay special attention to it, otherwise you can lose the whole family. This is especially true in regions with rather severe winters, for example, in Siberia, Bashkiria, and Altai

Many people, even those who are not involved in beekeeping, have probably heard of drones, but they have no idea what the bees need them for. Basically, many people are familiar with the exclusively parasitic side of this insect's life: it does nothing and is quite gluttonous. Despite this fact, each bee family holds several such representatives

Wax moth (bee flame) is a pest of bees and lives in beekeeping farms. However, even among beekeepers it is surprising that the results of the vital activity of these butterflies can be used for treatment. Find out what kind of wax moth product is used in traditional medicine, how to cook it and apply it to whom it will be shown

A unique beekeeping product that has a large number of useful properties is homogenate, or drone milk. Some people mistakenly confuse it with royal jelly, but this is a completely different substance. In this article, we consider the features of the composition of the specified product, how it is useful and harmful to the body, as well as methods for preparing and storing blanks from homogenate at home

Wasps are poisonous insects that are found in different places: near ponds, in a meadow, in a field, in a village and in a city. A painful bite of a "striped bee", as they are sometimes called, will have to be treated for several days, perhaps contact an allergist. However, in relation to humans and animals, only one species is aggressive, many others peacefully coexist with the outside world

Swarming of bees is a natural process, but it does not always benefit beekeepers, which means that insect instincts should be kept under control. Let's look at the main features of the swarming period, learn about its causes and characteristic signs, and also pay attention to the methods of preventing this process and the methods of catching the swarms that have taken off

For many years, scientists have been interested in the question of how such a small insect, like a bee, can travel long distances in search of flowering fields and gardens, finding them, and how many flowers they can distinguish. The whole secret and answer lies in the unusual nature of their vision

Since ancient times, honey has been known to mankind not only as a sweet treat, but also as a medicine and prophylactic for many diseases. Has not lost the product of its significance in our time. Unfortunately, the demand and rather high price played a cruel joke with him: they learned how to fake honey with sufficient quality

Wasps live next to a person: sometimes such a neighborhood can pass unnoticed, and sometimes it can be a threat and cause trouble. It should be remembered that insects attack and use the sting only as a means of protection. Our material discusses the causes of the attack of these stinging insects, as well as the structure of their sting and the characteristics of the bite of various representatives of the species

Honey can be obtained from a variety of flowering melliferous plants, but it is linden that is considered one of the best. In the article, we consider the features of this type of bee delicacy, its benefits and possible harm. Description and characteristics of linden honey Sweets obtained in different regions have different color, taste, aroma and texture

In folk medicine, treatment with raw materials of animal origin is successfully applied, from which extracts are obtained, and various medicines are prepared on their basis. In this form of medicine, wax moth, or rather, its larvae, has proven itself well. Why this insect is so useful for our body, and from what ailments it can heal, is described below

The healing properties of honey are known to everyone, but not everyone knows that a large number of its varieties exist. The article will focus on buckwheat honey and on what this beekeeping product helps from, how it is received and used. Description and characteristics of buckwheat honey This type of honey is obtained from the nectar of buckwheat during its flowering

If you keep bees, you are probably interested in ways to keep them in winter. This article is dedicated to the construction of an Omshanik (winter hut) for them. We will talk about the basic structures, as well as the microclimate necessary for the winter keeping of bees. What is Omshanik? Description and Features Omshanik is a quiet and safe room with a microclimate suitable for wintering bees

If mosquito bites do not cause anything but irritation, then many people are willing to pay money for the opportunity to be stung by a bee. About methods of treating bees - apitherapy, read further in the article. What is apitherapy? In cases where doctors use live bees or use all kinds of beekeeping products to treat ailments, we should talk about apitherapy

Previously, only bees made wax, but now technology has reached the point that it can be made not only in production, but also independently. How to do this and what it will take will be discussed in this article. Types of waxes and methods for its manufacture The wax looks like several waxy thin sheets, on both sides of which there are hexagonal recesses - cells

Honey lovers know how hard it is to pick it up liquid from a can and not leave any streaks on the outside and stains on the tablecloth. However, not everyone knows that there is an invention that solves these problems. As it is called and applied - read on in our material further. What is a honey spoon

The most common problem when breeding bees is their mortality caused by a mite affliction with varroa. In the fight against it, the relatively new drug “Timol” shows high efficiency. How to properly dilute the working solution and when to carry out the processing, read below. What is Timol? The preparation in question is a fine crystalline white powder with a rather sharp spicy smell, burning to taste. Th

Since ancient times, beekeeping products have been famous for their healing properties aimed at healing the body and strengthening its defenses. In this article, we will talk about zabrus, the so-called wax caps of honeycombs. What is zabrus: product composition After harvesting honey for the winter, the bees seal the honeycombs with it with a special mixture consisting of: Wax, which is produced by special glands of honey bees

For the convenience of working with bees, various protective devices and special equipment are required. Factory equipment is not difficult to assemble, but the prices are quite high, so beekeepers adapted to use various homemade products in apiaries. About how to build a beekeeper set yourself, and will be discussed below

Propolis (bee glue, bond) is used today in the pharmacological, perfumery and food industries. And he gained wide popularity in cosmetology, because it makes the skin of the face and body beautiful. The article will tell you how to use this beekeeping product for a healthy look of different types of dermis, how to make masks with this ingredient, and also what contraindications there are to the use of this bee product

With the onset of the cold season, bees begin to wax all the cracks in the hive with wax and prepare to winter. A successful wintering will ensure the active activity of the bee family in spring and summer, the quality and quantity of honey collection. How to organize the winter period in the apiary, prepare wintering places and provide care for bee families - read below

The main task of beekeeping, especially in regions with a short warm period, is to increase productivity. This will be achieved by increasing the strongest family by keeping 2 queens in one hive. Is it possible to keep two uterus in one bee house and how to do it right, read below. Why use two bees So that bees can produce honey in excess, and not just for use in their needs (fattening the uterus and offspring), there must be a lot of them

The main beekeeping products are made from honey, however, no less benefits can be obtained from the use of cell wax. Beeswax is not used often, but it has many positive properties. Read about how the product is formed, what diseases it treats, how long it is stored, what to do with it and whether it is possible to swallow wax

Honey has long been considered not only tasty, but also a valuable product for health, containing in its composition a huge amount of vitamins useful for the body. Among all the variety of varieties, it is clover that is in special demand today, although it is extremely rare for a modern consumer to meet him on store shelves

Beekeeping is a rather painstaking business, requiring a lot of time, effort and knowledge. The habitats of honey bees are specially designed hives, the basis of which is the framework. Types of bee frames Depending on the size and configuration of the bee hive, there are standard and non-standard frames that are suitable specifically for each hive

Newcomers to beekeeping, first of all, think about the question: which hives are better to choose for a family of bees. This article details hives with 10 frames, their features and advantages, manufacturing instructions for ready-made drawings. Description and characteristics of the 10-frame hive A beehive for a dozen frames is called Dadanovsky, in honor of its inventor Charles Dadan

Beekeeping is one of the most profitable sectors of agriculture. In order for it to generate income, you must first select a productive breed of bees, one of which is karnika or Krainskaya. Species features of karniks, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the breed will be discussed below. Characteristics and features of the breed Karnika is a naturally occurring breed of bees

Bees store the bee bread as feed, and most of it goes to feed the larvae. This nutritious beekeeping product with a rich composition has long been used by people to treat various diseases. We find out what the beehive is, what vitamins and minerals it contains, its beneficial properties and who is contraindicated in how to choose and store what heals

On-board beekeeping is the progenitor of the modern beekeeping industry, which originated at the dawn of mankind. Initially, people obtained honey randomly until it became clear that the process of collecting the most valuable product can be subordinated to their interests, thereby guaranteeing themselves and their families with natural medicine and food

Bee families multiply rapidly and, in order to avoid swarming with bee shoots, you need to take care of the presence of additional hives. One of the most popular models that you can build yourself is the Langstroth-Ruth hive. How to properly design it, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the model, will be discussed below

A hive designed to protect the bee colony from winter cold, summer heat, moisture and external enemies is required to stably maintain optimal air exchange inside the bee house. All these criteria are met by a bee house made with plywood and polystyrene foam. About its types and features, as well as the possibility of building a hive at home, read the article

Kandy is one of the most common and effective types of bee feeding, which allows you to feed insects in a difficult time for them, and if necessary it can be a remedy. About what types of candies are, and how to cook such top dressing at home, will be discussed in the proposed material. What is kandy Candy is a special carbohydrate top dressing in the form of powdered sugar and honey dough with the inclusion of various additives

Bee honey is not only a thick liquid in a jar, such a product can also be located in its natural location - in cells of cells. How it is useful and preferable in such a "package" is considered in this article. How do bees make honeycombs? The cells in the hive are lined with wax for storing honey and feeding young bees

Choosing the type of hives can seem like a daunting task if you focus on the variety of options used in modern beekeeping. But this is not necessarily the case. Start small, read about the various modifications in this review and this will help you make a choice. General requirements for bee houses Whatever model you choose, the general requirements will be the same for any of them

Perga is one of the most useful bee products that traditional healers often use in their practice. However, due to a violation of the storage rules of this miracle of nature, more than 50% of its useful properties are lost. About the appropriate storage conditions and conditions, as well as how to properly use the bee bread, read in this article

All summer, little toilers collect honey, which is then taken away by people. And there is a long winter ahead and there is no opportunity to get food. Therefore, so that the bees can normally overwinter and not lose their strength, they must be fed. Important! In the winter hut, roofs are removed from the hives and the pillows are turned away (if the temperature is positive)

It turns out that bees also have breeds, and today there are about 20 thousand of them. Today's article will be useful to anyone who plans to do beekeeping, or is already engaged in this craft. It will be about the buckfast breed, its characteristics and features. Did you know? To produce 450 g of wax, workers need to eat 7–9 kg of honey.

Propolis is a solid substance that bees produce from the buds of trees. This is a kind of carpentry “adhesive tape” for sealing cracks and disinfecting the hive with high antibacterial properties. Propolis-based tincture has many advantages, therefore it is effective for general strengthening of the body, treatment and increase immunity. Ab