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With a knowledge of the honeybee, our decisions about the homes we give them are all important. We look at how to prepare your hives, the options you have available and the accessories and tools to consider. Then we look at the protective clothing you will need. And we then consider all you need to start your beekeeping.

2.1 Beehives & Accessories

What bees and beekeepers need, beehive types, foundationless beekeeping and more
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2.2 Equipment & Clothing

Smokers, feeders, tools, suits and jackets, beekeeping technology and more
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2.3 Starting Your Beehive

Preparing to install, obtaining bees, packages and nucs, feeding, brood nest and more
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