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Beekeeping Tips & Troubleshooting
This category focuses on solving common beekeeping problems. Articles answer practical “why” and “what should I do” questions that arise during the season. The content is designed for quick clarity, problem diagnosis, and actionable solutions.
What is Beeswax and How is it Made???
What Is Beeswax? How It’s Made, Uses, and Environmental Impact | Lappe's Bee Supply Published: September 16, 2026 By: Lappe’s Bee Supply • Reviewed for factual clarity,... more »
Don't Bee Caught Unprepared: Getting Ready for Your Package of Honey Bees!
Author: Lappe's Bee SupplyLast Updated: May 19, 2026.Editorial Standards: This guide is written for beginner beekeepers and reviewed for clarity, practical accuracy, and alignment with university... more »
Holiday Gift Guide For Your Favorite Beekeeper
2026 BEEKEEPER GIFT GUIDE Written by Lappe's Bee SupplyPublished: December 7, 2025Last Updated: August 26, 2026 Whether you're shopping for the holidays, a birthday, or a special surprise, finding... more »
Understanding Drone-Laying Queens: Identifying Symptoms and Effective Solutions
Written by Lappe's Bee Supply Published: September 1, 2025Last Updated: August 26, 2026 A drone laying queen produces mostly or only unfertilized eggs, causing male drone brood to replace the... more »
Shipped Package Honey Bees For Sale Information
Published: August 15, 2025 | Last Updated: August 25, 2026 | By: Lappe's Bee Supply Team One of the questions beginning beekeepers regularly ask us is, "Can you ship package... more »
How to Requeen a Hive: A Clear Guide for Beekeepers
How to Requeen a Hive: A Clear Guide for Beekeepers Skip to main content This is one of the most useful queen-management skills a beekeeper can learn. A good queen helps a colony maintain brood... more »
The Strength and Resilience of Russian Honey Bees
Russian bees are valued for Varroa mite resistance, adaptive brood timing, resource-aware winter behavior, and practical resilience in managed apiaries. This guide explains what they are, where they came... more »
Hive Beetles: Nature’s Uninvited Guests
Author: Lappe’s Bee Supply Published: April 17, 2025 Last updated: July 2, 2026 Editorial note: This guide is written for beekeepers who need clear, practical, evidence-led information about small hive... more »
Installing and Supporting New Honeybee Colonies
Venturing into beekeeping is not just about cultivating an enjoyable hobby; it's about contributing to our ecosystem, promoting biodiversity, and enjoying the sweet rewards of your efforts. If... more »
Common Concerns for Beekeepers: A Comprehensive Guide
Common Beekeeping Concerns: Stings, Costs, Time, Laws & Hive Health Beginner Beekeepers Guide Beekeepers are educational, and deeply connected to the health of gardens, orchards, farms, and local... more »
How Many Bee Colonies Should a Beekeeper Keep??
The ideal number of bee colonies depends on your experience, available time, forage, equipment, budget, and goals. Most beginners should start small, learn the rhythm of colony care, and expand only when... more »
