As a beginner flower farmer, I made it a point to look into as many flower farming books as I could. It was important to me to learn as much as I could from other successful farmers. In all honesty, there aren’t many books on flower farming! However, there are a few gems that I […]
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Jun
Jun
I started beekeeping by chance. I was working at a science museum that had a really cool exhibit on honey bees. Every day I’d have to walk past it to get to my office and so I’d stop and watch all the busy bees. My boss knew where to find me if I wasn’t in […]
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Jun
Jun
Huneebee Project is a venture based in New Haven, CT that provides transferable job skills training and employment opportunities to youth ages 15-23 with past or present child protective or foster care involvement. Youth are trained in beekeeping – they install and maintain beehives in community gardens within under-resourced neighborhoods – and power an online marketplace. Huneebee Project seeks to […]
Community, Garden, Pollinators, Sustainability
How To Incorporate IPM (Integrated Pest Management) in your Garden or Beekeeping Practice
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Jun
Jun
If I walked up to a hive the same way I walked into a greenhouse when I was an IPM specialist for an ornamental horticulture company, I’d be expecting to have to look a lot harder for bugs. I’d walk between the rows of plants—or frames of bees—finding, identifying and noting down any insects, diseases […]
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Jun
Jun
Hives for Heroes is a national military veteran non-profit organization focusing on honey bee conservation, suicide prevention, and a healthy transition from service. Through the national network of beekeepers and veterans we provide purpose, education, and healthy relationships fostering a lifelong hobby in beekeeping. NewBEE veterans and Mentors enjoy the therapeutic process of beekeeping and […]
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Apr
Apr
If 10 years ago you would’ve told me that I’d own a beekeeping company, I would’ve laughed so hard and called you a liar. At the ripe age of 19, I had absolutely no idea what I wanted to do with my life and wasn’t in any rush to figure it out. I just wanted […]
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Apr
Apr
Many have heard of the amazing benefits of Golden Milk. It fights stress, boosts your mood, and helps you fall asleep and stay asleep all night. I’ve been putting it to the test and can confirm, it has definitely helped me greatly with sleep and stress relief! With the current global situation, it’s no surprise […]
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Feb
Feb
Being a beekeeper is one of the most rewarding and fun hobbies/careers anyone can pursue! It’s engaging and really takes you out of your comfort zone depending on what you do. However, it obviously means you’re going to get some bee stings. When I first started beekeeping, bee stings were my biggest fear. If I’m […]
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Oct
Oct
The holiday season has arrived! It really is the most wonderful time of the year. However, sometimes buying gifts for loved ones can be difficult as the years pass. It’s especially difficult thinking of gifts for beekeepers! Personally, I try to only purchase very meaningful gifts or a gift that will be used often for […]
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Jul
Jul
It’s no secret that gardening is on the rise. People are starting to grow their own food and plants again for the health benefits and well because it’s fun! However, gardening can be complicated for a beginner. Books are a great way to learn all about gardening. Here are the best gardening books for the […]