Parts Of A Beehive – The Basic Components
Explore essential beehive components in our detailed guide, from hive stands to top covers, perfect for all beekeepers. Learn more at Foxhound Bee Company.
Beekeeping Equipment
Oxalic Acid Vaporization
Learn more about the deal with Oxalic Acid Vaporizers and how and when to use them. There are a lot of options, and we will explain them.
Washing Leather Gloves
Effective beekeeping starts with clean gear. Learn how to maintain your leather gloves for longevity and easier hive management.
Beehive Insulation
Insulated bee hives: the efficient way to manage temperature and boost your colony’s productivity. Ideal for both backyard and commercial beekeepers
Honey Supers and Brood Boxes: Explained
Table of Contents Oh boy, beekeeping can be confusing getting into beekeeping. I remember when I was there, I’ve still got the notebook that is full of all the questions I had before I opened my first hive. What is a brood box? How many supers do I need? What is a super? It was …
How Does a Fume Board Work?
The first time I tried to harvest honey, I used a bee brush to remove bees from the honey frames after I removed the honey supers. I brushed and brushed the bees off, shook the frames, and got most of them off, but it was a long time spent clearing bees. The next time, my husband …
Beekeeping Suit: Buying Guide
Buying the best beekeeping suit can be difficult as there are a lot of very poorly made suits that are not safe and lack the features you want
Bee Hive Stands
Setting up a bee hive stand is an important step in getting started with beekeeping and there are multiple types of hive stands available.
Should You Use A Queen Excluder?
When, how and why to use a queen excluder is a common beginner beekeeper question and we can help you find out if a using one on your hive is right for you.
High-Quality Gifts For Beekeepers Over $50
Looking for a great gift for a beekeeper who just really loves taking care of bees? We present these gift ideas that your beekeeping friend will love.