When raising bees for honey, there is one thing that you must have. If you don’t have this one item, it means you can’t start beekeeping at all. So, what is the vital most important thing that every beekeeper must have? The answer is simple. You need bees. So how do you get these bees? Well, here are four common places that you can look for bees.
Swarm – You can capture an existing swarm and relocate this swarm to your hive. Swarms are new colonies that bees have formed by moving from a previous bee colony. This happens by a bee leaving its nest to form a new nest. Swarms are found mostly in trees. Capturing these swarms may be a bit risky, but if done correctly then you will have all that you need to begin.
Purchase an existing colony – You can purchase a bee colony that already has a queen bee and worker bees inside. This option may be a bit more expensive since you are buying a colony that is already flourishing.
Moving an existing colony – One other option is moving one colony to your hive. This can be a bit dangerous for a new beekeeper and may be left to professional beekeepers.
Purchase packaged bees and a queen – The last option is the most recommended option especially if you are just beginning. This is done by purchasing some bees and a queen bee so you begin raising the bees.
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Written: Jun 15, 2009Tags: Hobbies