The Beekeeper's Problem Solver (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Arcadia Publishing (SC), 2015
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Paperback. Author, experienced beekeeper, and apiary expect James E. Tew explains 100 common problems faced by beekeepers, clearly spelling out their underlying causes and how to solve all of them.Beekeeping requires understanding, commitment, and attention to detail. Laying the groundwork for a successful hive is essential, and demands a keen appreciation of critical areas like hive management, breed choice, and health requirements.Bees often disguise problems, though, making recognizing trouble in the crucial, initial stages that much more difficult. Whether you're a newcomer or an old hand, The Beekeeper's Problem Solver provides the information you need to nip problems in the bud, or avoid them in the first place.With color photography throughout and a glossary of terms at the back, each beekeeping problem is tackled in depth, covering a wide range of practical tips and useful insights. The problems are conveniently organized into the following categories: Beekeeping Basics - My new bees arrived during a cool, rainy period. .Beekeeping Equipment - The beehive smoker will not stay lit. .Biology and Behavior of the Colony - There are many dead drones at the hive entrance. .Managing and Manipulating Hives - The brood nest has been built across multiple boxes. .Queen Production and Maintenance - The queen is not a good egg producer. .Diseases and Pests of Honey Bees - Varroa mites have overrun the colony. .Pollen and Pollination - Too few bees are pollinating the target crop. .Producing and Processing Honey - The honey filter keeps getting clogged. .Beeswax, Propolis, and Specialty Issues - Propolis is difficult to gather and process. .Don't lose your hive to something preventable, just grab your problem solver! An illustrated guide to 100 common problems beekeepers are sure to face, all spelled out in clear, simple terms. Learn the underlying issues and how to solve them. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- The Beekeeper's Problem Solver (Paperback)
- Author
- James E. Tew
- Publisher
- Arcadia Publishing (SC)
- Publication year
- 2015
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1631590359
- ISBN 13
- 9781631590351
Author, experienced beekeeper, and apiary expect James E. Tew explains 100 common problems faced by beekeepers, clearly spelling out their underlying causes and how to solve all of them.
Beekeeping requires understanding, commitment, and attention to detail. Laying the groundwork for a successful hive is essential, and demands a keen appreciation of critical areas like hive management, breed choice, and health requirements.
Bees often disguise problems, though, making recognizing trouble in the crucial, initial stages that much more difficult. Whether you're a newcomer or an old hand, The Beekeeper's Problem Solver provides the information you need to nip problems in the bud, or avoid them in the first place.
With color photography throughout and a glossary of terms at the back, each beekeeping problem is tackled in depth, covering a wide range of practical tips and useful insights. The problems are conveniently organized into the following categories:
- Beekeeping Basics - My new bees arrived during a cool, rainy period. ...
- Beekeeping Equipment - The beehive smoker will not stay lit. ...
- Biology and Behavior of the Colony - There are many dead drones at the hive entrance. ...
- Managing and Manipulating Hives - The brood nest has been built across multiple boxes. ...
- Queen Production and Maintenance - The queen is not a good egg producer. ...
- Diseases and Pests of Honey Bees - Varroa mites have overrun the colony. ...
- Pollen and Pollination - Too few bees are pollinating the target crop. ...
- Producing and Processing Honey - The honey filter keeps getting clogged. ...
- Beeswax, Propolis, and Specialty Issues - Propolis is difficult to gather and process. ...
Don't lose your hive to something preventable, just grab your problem solver!
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About the Author
James E. Tew has been keeping bees for over 40 years. He has a PhD in Entomology and is currently a Consulting Professor at Auburn University, where he conducts beekeeping educational programs and maintains social media systems that support the Alabama beekeeping industry. Recently retired from The Ohio State University, where he worked for 33 years as an Associate Professor focusing on pollination ecology and the use of honeybees and native bees as pollination agents, James gives lectures and workshops for beekeepers in the US and UK, runs the website One Tew Bee (onetew.com), and has written numerous books, including Wisdom for Beekeepers, as well as articles for Bee Culture magazine.
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