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Hive Management & Inspections
This category covers the day-to-day and seasonal practices required to keep honey bee colonies healthy and productive. You’ll learn how to inspect hives, read brood patterns, manage space, and respond to changes inside the colony. Content focuses on practical techniques used by beekeepers at every experience level.
Assessing Honeybee Colony Size: A Comprehensive Guide for Beekeepers
Assessing Honey Bee Colony Size: A Comprehensive Guide for Beekeepers | Lappe's Bee Supply Understanding the size and strength of a honeybee colony helps beekeepers recognize growth, identify unexpected... more »
Understanding Hive Inspections and Record Keeping: A Beekeeper's Guide
Regular hive inspections and consistent record keeping help beekeepers understand what is happening inside each colony, recognize changes over time, and make better-informed management decisions. Beekeeping... more »
Wax Moths: Intriguing Creatures of the Beekeeping World
Author: Lappe’s Bee Supply Published: May 2, 2025 Last updated: July 1, 2026 Key Takeaways The Buzz About This Post Core Definitions Wax moths are moths whose larvae live in or around honey bee comb... more »
Bee Hive Management
Author: Lappe’s Bee Supply Published: May 1, 2025 Last updated: July 1, 2026 Editorial focus: This guide explains practical bee hive management using field-based beekeeping experience, extension-backed... more »
How to Ensure You Have a Thriving Beehive
A thriving beehive is not created by luck. It comes from good placement, quality equipment, steady nutrition, regular inspections, mite control, and enough room for the colony to grow. This guide is... more »
Choosing the Perfect Hive Location
Choosing the Perfect Hive Location for Honey Bees | Lappe's Bee Supply Published: March 14, 2025 | Updated: May 21, 2026 The best location gives honey bees morning sunlight, dry ground, nearby water,... more »
