A major concern of many, if not all beekeepers is the wintering over of their bees. The winter can take a huge toll on the hive and sometimes result in the death of your hive. Saskatraz...
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What Honey Bee Should I buy, Saskatraz, Carniolan, Italian, or Other Breeds?
When I began beekeeping, I was "buzzing" with excitement, and did a lot of research regarding various bee breeds and their known characteristics. When it came time to start my own hive, I debated...
Why is my Chicken Coughing? Common Chicken Illnesses and Treatment
Anyone who has raised or bred chickens has no doubt encountered your feathered pals exhibiting that horrible hack or sneezing accompanied by gooey, and drippy crust that can invade their entire...
What are Saskatraz Bees? Are They an Answer to Colony Collapse?
In the increasing battle to raise honey bees there is a new variety on stage. The Saskatraz honey bee shows some amazingly good promise to do well in the battle against varroa mites and...
The complete guide for Bromeliad plants…and their little pups too.
We received a beautiful plant for Christmas this year called a bromeliad. These tropical plants are exceptionally colorful, and are often gifted for weddings, holidays or special life events. They...
The Russian Honey Bee is More resistant to Varroa Mites. If you are a beekeeper, then you know the dreaded Varroa Mite. These lousy parasites can take down the health and can even kill...