Before we continue with presenting the principles of selecting the appropriate protein supplements, we have to mention once again that the optimal protein source for honey bees is and always will be pollen. No other supplement can successfully replace pollen … Continued
An increasing number of beekeepers are starting to realize the vital importance of protein in the context of honey bees nutrition. While a few years ago the sugar syrup was considered the way to go when resources are low, nowadays … Continued
After we previously talked about the different races of honey bees and how to choose one that best suits your needs, we are going to address in this article another important aspect about working in the apiary: choosing an optimal … Continued
We were invited by World Vision Romania to give a presentation on the matter of bee breeding and selection. We were delighted to speak at a conference that was attended by beekeepers and representatives of some of the largest Beekeeping … Continued
In this article we’ll take an in-depth look at the protein patties we’re currently using for supplementing the protein intake of our own colonies. In a future blog post we’ll also address the importance of protein, but for now we’re … Continued
In the last article from the series we’ll take a look at the characteristics and specific behavior of the Carpathian Honey Bee. The similarities between the Carpathian and the Carniolan bees are plentiful. In fact, brother Adam even goes to … Continued
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
