In this article we’ll talk about the characteristics of the Caucasian Honey Bee and what we’ve learned so far about this particular bee. From our experience as bee breeders, we can say without a doubt that there are some exceptionally … Continued
We continue our mini-series on the subject of the different bee races with one of the most widely used strains: the Carniolan Honey Bee (Apis Mellifera Carnica). The Carniolan bees from our own apiaries come from Slovenia and Austria, two … Continued
The Italian Honey Bee (Apis Mellifera Ligustica) is one of the more popular bee strains; however, due to the inconsistency in quality of its specimens, the Italian bee has been both greatly appreciated and criticized. Therefore we’ll try to express … Continued
Regardless if it’s just a hobby or a constant source of income, the type of the honey bee is by far the most important aspect in beekeeping. Moreover, any hive management scheme will be greatly influenced by the race of … Continued
