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Beehives and Accessories

Complete Deep BoxProduct Guide : Langstroth Boxes
The focal point of the Langstroth are the boxes in which your bees will live. This Product Guide looks at the options available when purchasing...
February 1, 2025
Beehives in a fieldWhy Have More Than One Beehive?
One is just fine. Right...?Beekeeping isn't the most expensive of hobbies. But no-one would claim that some of the equipment and tools necessary won't cost...
Eggs in honeycombThe Debate Over Small Cell Beekeeping
Cell size in natureBees don't create a cells of a single, pre-determined size as they make their honeycomb. They make them according to their needs....
Varroa on larvaThe Use of Drone Frames To Combat Varroa
Let's face it - we humans generally love summer! Gone are the chilly days of winter and spring and, instead, we look forward to balmy...
Screened Bottom BoardScreen Bottom Boards Vs. Solid Bottom Boards: Which Is Better?
Did you know that there are two different types of bottom boards?New beekeepers may not be aware that there are many types of bottom boards...
Warre BoxesWhat to know about Warre hives
The result of 50 years of research, the Warre beehive is designed to mimic bees in nature as much as possible. We look at it's...
Top Bar Cedar HiveWhat to Know About Top Bar Hives
The top bar hive has emerged as a popular alternative to the Langstroth for people who are looking to avoid heavy lifting and/or enjoy a...
Multiple beehivesWhat to know about Langstroth beehives
A look at the components of the Langstroth beehive and guidance on operational ​factors to keep your colony happy and healthy.
Bees at HiveA beekeeper’s journey: Part 1 – Choosing the type of hive
The first of a three-part blog series, describing how Sarah decided on her choice of hive.