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5 Reasons To Start Beekeeping
Want to start beekeeping? Here are five reasons why it’s a great hobby – plus some tips from Ecrotek to help you get going.
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8 Reasons to Start Beekeeping
Wondering about getting started with beekeeping? Here are the 8 best reasons to go for it.
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A bee or not a bee?
If you’re a new beekeeper, or you’re simply interested in the insects that populate your garden, it’s good to be able to differentiate between the honey bees you’re caring for, other harmless species of bee and fly, and potential threats like wasps.
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Aggressive Behaviour In Bees
If your bees seem unusually aggressive, Ecrotek explains why it might be happening – and what you can do about it.
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Bee ID
When you first start beekeeping, you’ll probably be able to ID the queen – but anything beyond that might be a struggle. Bee society is made up of distinctly different types of bee, each with its own role in the hive.
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Powerful properties in an unexpected package
The powerful health benefits associated with manuka honey have made it a huge success story for New Zealand exporters. Manuka’s cousin, kanuka, is far less famous – but may be equally beneficial.
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There's more than one way to keep bees – a look at alternative beekeeping practices
In New Zealand and elsewhere, there are a number of commercial and hobby beekeepers who use alternative and 'natural' practices and products to maintain their hives. While some people associate these practices with small, hobbyist beekeepers, there are also commercial keepers who use them – it's really a matter of choice.
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Two hives are better than one
Many hobby beekeepers start with one hive. It’s easy to see why: a single hive is less of an investment in terms of money, it takes up less space in a small garden, and it seems easier to manage. But starting with two hives – or more – is often a better idea.
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Winter is coming
Much like us, bees prefer to spend winter snuggling up for warmth, staying indoors, and eating as much as they can. But they can’t do that without adequate food, a warm hive, and protection from the elements.
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