The Beekeeper's Field Guide : Everything You Need to Know, from Honey to the Hive
The Beekeeper's Field Guide : Everything You Need to Know, from Honey to the Hive
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Author(s): Jones, Claire
May, Meredith
ISBN No.: 9780008672911
Pages: 288
Year: 202409
Format: UK-Trade Paper (Trade Paper)
Price: $ 26.87
Dispatch delay: Dispatched between 7 to 15 days
Status: Available

Beekeeping is a popular past time that more and more people are turning to for personal enjoyment, or even small commercial gain. Today you will find hives in backyards, gardens, and on rooftops, benefiting both the bee and the keeper. For those who have begun their beekeeping journey and need a go-to pocket guide on establishing and maintaining their hives, The Beekeeper's Field Guide is the perfect book. Not only will readers learn about a wide range of bee species and their life cycle, behaviour, and preferred plants, but readers will also be informed about the practicalities of beekeeping, from personal safety and hygiene to record keeping and legal requirements. With an extensive troubleshooting section that debunks myths, and includes explanations and solutions for "bad" bee behavior, diseases, and pests, The Beekeeper's Field Guide is a handy-sized yet comprehensive tool for all keen and established beekeepers. Contents: Introduction - 6 A Guide to Honeybees and the Hive - 14 Beekeeping Tasks and Equipment - 64 Responsible Beekeeping - 144 Troubleshooting - 212 Resources and Suppliers - 278.


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