THE BEEKEEPER S FIELD GUIDE

Beekeeping is a popular past time that more and more people are turning to for personal enjoyment or even small commercial gain Today you will find hives in backyards gardens and on rooftops benefiting both the bee and the keeper For those who have begun their beekeeping journey and need a go to pocket guide on establishing and maintaining their hives The Beekeeper s Field Guide is the perfect book Not only will readers learn about a wide range of bee species and their life cycle behaviour and preferred plants but readers will also be informed about the practicalities of beekeeping from personal safety and hygiene to record keeping and legal requirements With an extensive troubleshooting section that debunks myths and includes explanations and solutions for bad bee behavior diseases and pests The Beekeeper s Field Guide is a handy sized yet comprehensive tool for all keen and established beekeepers Contents Introduction 6A Guide to Honeybees and the Hive 14Beekeeping Tasks and Equipment 64Responsible Beekeeping 144Troubleshooting 212Resources and Suppliers 278