Is this the right book for me? An indispensable
beekeeping guide full of information and practical
advice Suitable both for those just considering the
prospect and those who are already fascinated
beekeepers, this guide to setting up, maintaining and
maximising bees in the back garden is an indispensable
and readable bible of information and practical advice.
It covers everything from bee behaviour to what to do
with honey, and balances all the background context on
bee biology with the day-to-day and seasonal
practicalities of running hives in any location, in the
country or the city, and for colonies of all sizes.
Supporting resources include a 'bee calendar',
troubleshooting section, illustrations, photos, a
glossary and details of courses and organizations, in an
essential guide for anyone who is fascinated by the
ancient ways of the apiarist.Get Started in Beekeeping
includes: Chapter 1: Naming the parts Chapter 2: The
honey bee year Chapter 3: Equipment Chapter 4: Beginning
your beekeeping Chapter 5: Swarming and swarm control
Chapter 6: Bees for honey Chapter 7: Winter Chapter 8:
Pests and diseases Chapter 9: The beekeeping year
Chapter 10: Hive products Learn effortlessly with a new
easy-to-read page design and interactive features: Not
got much time? One, five and ten-minute introductions to
key principles to get you started. Author insights Lots
of instant help with common problems and quick tips for
success, based on the author's many years of experience.
Test yourself Tests in the book and online to keep track
of your progress. Extend your knowledge Extra online
articles to give you a richer understanding of the
subject. Five things to remember Quick refreshers to
help you remember the key facts. Try this Innovative
exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use
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