Like most people you have heard the call of the plight of the honey bee, and you want to do something to help. But, What? There is so much information about honeybees and beekeeping that your not sure you are able to make that commitment. You have so many questions, but you're not sure who to ask.
In any scenario, don't get discouraged. Beekeeping is an art, and if there was an exactness to it, bees wouldn't be on the decline. Backyard beekeepers play an important role in the honey bees survival. Do your best and keep trying. HLH
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If your hive is struggling and you do not already have 2 boxes on your hive, and you live in a colder climate, you may want to shift gears and go into hive preservation mode. What I mean by this is: instead of focusing on getting honey from your hive this season, focus on getting the hive built up in strength. This can be accomplished by doing a couple of things: Improve your hives water source-make sure your hive has water that is accessible. Continue feeding sugar water-The general rule of thumb is to not feed after June. If you hive is struggling you will want to continue to feed until the hive is thriving. Also our Backyard...
