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Bees are an essential part of our natural world and their importance in pollinating our food crops cannot be overstated. Over a third of the world's food is dependent upon pollinators, of which the honey bee Apis mellifera is possibly the most important. This informative book introduces newcomers to the fascinating and rewarding craft of beekeeping and honey production and sets out in simple terms the needs of this complex creature.
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Phil Rant is a retired British civil servant who now resides deep in the French countryside where he keeps bees and has done so for over twenty years. He has contributed articles on gardening and related subjects to various journals and magazines over many years.
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- PublisherThe Crowood Press Ltd
- Publication date2011
- ISBN 10 1847972683
- ISBN 13 9781847972682
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages112
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BACKYARD BEEKEEPING AND HONEY PRODUCTION. By Phil Rant.
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Crowood Press. Ramsbury, Wiltshire. 2011.
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Book Description Condition: new. (Paperback, 2011 ). 2011 1st edition. 8vo paperback (165 x 235mm). Pp112. Colour photographs and b/w line illustrations. Mint new copy. This is an interesting introduction to beekeeping in the UK, with up to date information about diseases, pests and new bee varieties. Chapters include: The honey bee; Siting the hive; Handling your bees; Bee types and strains; Swarm control; Honey; Wintering your bees; Marketing; Diseases; Preparing for the new season. PREVIOUS PRICE £10.99. Seller Inventory # 32244
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