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How to Reduce Hive Moisture and Prevent Mould

Moisture is one of the most overlooked problems in beekeeping. Many new beekeepers worry about cold weather, pests or honey stores, but damp conditions inside the hive can be just as damaging. A colony can often manage cool temperatures if it is strong

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How to Make Beeswax Candles from Cappings Wax

Cappings wax is one of the cleanest and most valuable by-products of honey harvesting. When beekeepers uncap honey frames before extraction, the thin layer of wax removed from the top of sealed honey cells is known as cappings wax. Because it comes from

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How to Expand Your Apiary: When to Add More Hives

Expanding your apiary can be an exciting step in beekeeping. Once you have gained confidence with one or two hives, adding more colonies can help you increase honey production, improve pollination, raise queens, make splits and build a more resilient be

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Small Hive Beetle Prevention: Best Management Practices

Small hive beetle is one of the most frustrating pests Australian beekeepers deal with, especially in warm and humid regions. A few adult beetles in a strong hive may not cause immediate damage, but when the colony is weak or the hive has too much unpro

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