How Bees Thermoregulate
Outcomes Learners will recognize effective winter beekeeping practices in northern climates, including hive management, insulation, food stores, and hive health maintenance. https://youtu.be/zymJXJV_da8 Winter beekeeping in northern climates presents unique challenges that require careful planning and attention to detail. The harsh conditions of colder regions demand special considerations to ensure the survival and well-being of your […]
Managing Winter Moisture: Essential Tips for Beekeepers
Outcomes Learners will gain insights into why bees produce moisture and learn practical techniques to effectively manage moisture in beekeeping through hive design, ventilation, and insulation. Key Takeaways Understand why bees produce moisture during winter as they consume honey, and how excess moisture can pose a threat to bee clusters and hive health. Implement proper […]
Nature’s Insulator: How Honey Keeps Beehives Warm in Winter
Outcomes Gain an understanding of how honey acts as a natural insulator in beehives during winter, and the importance of strategically organizing honey and avoiding over harvesting to ensure the warmth and survival of honey bees Key Takeaways Honey acts as a natural insulator for beehives, creating a thermal blanket around the bee […]
Winter Success in Cold Climates
Outcomes Learners will have a comprehensive understanding of the key strategies and considerations necessary to ensure the survival and well-being of bee colonies during the cold winter months. Key Takeaways Dr. Pernal’s advice offers a roadmap to navigate winter beekeeping challenges effectively. The main takeaways are: Establishing Strong Winter Bee Populations: Winter bees […]
Ongoing Beekeeping Tasks
Outcomes Learners will have a comprehensive understanding of the year-round tasks necessary for successful beekeeping. Key Takeaways Beekeeping involves managing hives for honey production and immersing in the intricacies of nature. Successful year-round beekeeping requires adapting tasks to changing seasons. Seasonal preparation includes stocking up on feed, equipment, and medications. Regular hive inspections […]
Seasonal Beekeeping Tasks
Outcomes Learners will have a clear understanding of the essential seasonal tasks necessary for effective beekeeping. https://youtu.be/Hhi7KiXztBU Beekeeping is a fascinating and rewarding hobby or profession, but it’s not a set-it-and-forget-it endeavor. To successfully manage your apiary, you need to follow a set of essential seasonal tasks that cater to the needs of your […]
Seasonal Indicators for Beekeeping
Outcomes Learners will be able to identify key seasonal indicators in beekeeping, including flow, temperature, and climate. Key Takeaways Flow signifies the period when nature provides abundant food for bees; it varies by region and year. Recognizing local flora indicators of flow helps plan hive activities. Temperature plays a crucial role, affecting tasks […]
