Reaping the Rewards
And then…there’s the honey.

Should I use a bee escape board or fume board to clear bees?
Wondering if you should use a bee escape board or fume board for honey harvest? Learn how each method clears bees from supers and which...
August 25, 2025

How do I remove bees from honey supers before harvesting?
Learn how to remove bees from honey supers before harvesting. Explore methods like shaking, brushing, fume boards, bee mazes, and using a smoker.
August 25, 2025

What is capped honey, and why does it matter for harvesting?
Learn what capped honey is and why it matters. Discover how bees reduce moisture, how beekeepers test it, and tips for harvesting honey at 18.5%...
August 25, 2025

Flower to toast: what’s involved with harvesting honey?
Discover how honey is made and harvested—from nectar collection to extraction and bottling. Learn the step-by-step process bees and beekeepers follow.
August 25, 2025

When is the best time of year and day to harvest honey from a hive?
Wondering when to harvest honey? The best time depends on your region, nectar flows, and when your frames are fully capped. Learn the ideal season...
August 11, 2025

What Equipment Do I Need to Harvest Honey from a Beehive?
Harvesting honey doesn’t have to require expensive gear. With a few common household items—or some specialized beekeeping tools—you can enjoy a smooth, efficient honey harvest....
August 11, 2025

How do beekeepers harvest honey?
Discover tools, techniques, and tips for a smooth, safe, and rewarding honey harvest straight from your backyard hives.
July 30, 2025

Can I harvest honey in my first year of beekeeping?
For most new beekeepers, it is generally recommended not to harvest honey in the first year. Many new hives are started with a 3-pound package...
July 17, 2025

What are the benefits of beekeeping?
Beekeeping isn’t just a hobby. It can be a deeply fulfilling and productive passion, with so many rewards.
July 15, 2025

How much honey can a hive produce?
Honey production can vary widely depending on the hive’s age, strength, location, and management. Here's a general breakdown of what you can expect.These are general...
July 14, 2025

When can I harvest honey from my hives?
Harvesting honey can be a very exciting prospect for any new beekeeper, but there are some very important things to consider before doing so.
March 3, 2025

How do honeybees make beeswax?
Honeybees produce beeswax with a process that begins with using specialized glands on their abdomen.
January 24, 2025

Harvesting Honey from Your Beehive
The best practices for harvesting honey from your beehive. Learn tips and techniques to ensure a successful and rewarding honey extraction experience.
July 31, 2024

Before You Harvest Honey
Tips for harvesting honey from your beehive. Learn what to consider before collecting your sweet rewards and ensure a successful beekeeping experience.
July 25, 2024

How to Make Honey Sticks
Learn how to make delicious honey sticks with your harvested honey. Enjoy your sweet rewards in a fun, portable way!

An Introduction to Extracting Beeswax
IntroductionHaving seen how to harvest honey from your beehives, there are more treasures awaiting you.Honey gets all the good PR since everyone loves the stuff!...
January 26, 2019

Does purple honey actually exist?
Yes, it does. Taste is pretty subjective but those who have tasted purple honey love it. But the color is not subjective - it really...

Honey for Health
Of all of natures treasures, honey is one of the more amazing. Beyond simply being a way to add a sweet treat to breakfast, honey...

Harvesting Honey
Depending on your methodology, there are two options for when to harvest honey from your hive - a spin extractor or crush-and-strain.
Realizing the benefits of your beehive
The benefits of a healthy beehive! From honey production to pollination, and let's discuss the benefits of our hard work as beekeepers.

Best uses for bee products
If you care for your bees attentively, they will reward you.

Should I use a bee escape board or fume board to clear bees?
Wondering if you should use a bee escape board or fume board for honey harvest? Learn how each method clears bees from supers and which...
August 25, 2025

How do I remove bees from honey supers before harvesting?
Learn how to remove bees from honey supers before harvesting. Explore methods like shaking, brushing, fume boards, bee mazes, and using a smoker.
August 25, 2025

What is capped honey, and why does it matter for harvesting?
Learn what capped honey is and why it matters. Discover how bees reduce moisture, how beekeepers test it, and tips for harvesting honey at 18.5%...
August 25, 2025

Flower to toast: what’s involved with harvesting honey?
Discover how honey is made and harvested—from nectar collection to extraction and bottling. Learn the step-by-step process bees and beekeepers follow.
August 25, 2025

When is the best time of year and day to harvest honey from a hive?
Wondering when to harvest honey? The best time depends on your region, nectar flows, and when your frames are fully capped. Learn the ideal season...
August 11, 2025

What Equipment Do I Need to Harvest Honey from a Beehive?
Harvesting honey doesn’t have to require expensive gear. With a few common household items—or some specialized beekeeping tools—you can enjoy a smooth, efficient honey harvest....
August 11, 2025

How do beekeepers harvest honey?
Discover tools, techniques, and tips for a smooth, safe, and rewarding honey harvest straight from your backyard hives.
July 30, 2025

Can I harvest honey in my first year of beekeeping?
For most new beekeepers, it is generally recommended not to harvest honey in the first year. Many new hives are started with a 3-pound package...
July 17, 2025

What are the benefits of beekeeping?
Beekeeping isn’t just a hobby. It can be a deeply fulfilling and productive passion, with so many rewards.
July 15, 2025

How much honey can a hive produce?
Honey production can vary widely depending on the hive’s age, strength, location, and management. Here's a general breakdown of what you can expect.These are general...
July 14, 2025

When can I harvest honey from my hives?
Harvesting honey can be a very exciting prospect for any new beekeeper, but there are some very important things to consider before doing so.
March 3, 2025

How do honeybees make beeswax?
Honeybees produce beeswax with a process that begins with using specialized glands on their abdomen.
January 24, 2025

Harvesting Honey from Your Beehive
The best practices for harvesting honey from your beehive. Learn tips and techniques to ensure a successful and rewarding honey extraction experience.
July 31, 2024

Before You Harvest Honey
Tips for harvesting honey from your beehive. Learn what to consider before collecting your sweet rewards and ensure a successful beekeeping experience.
July 25, 2024

How to Make Honey Sticks
Learn how to make delicious honey sticks with your harvested honey. Enjoy your sweet rewards in a fun, portable way!

An Introduction to Extracting Beeswax
IntroductionHaving seen how to harvest honey from your beehives, there are more treasures awaiting you.Honey gets all the good PR since everyone loves the stuff!...
January 26, 2019

Does purple honey actually exist?
Yes, it does. Taste is pretty subjective but those who have tasted purple honey love it. But the color is not subjective - it really...

Honey for Health
Of all of natures treasures, honey is one of the more amazing. Beyond simply being a way to add a sweet treat to breakfast, honey...

Harvesting Honey
Depending on your methodology, there are two options for when to harvest honey from your hive - a spin extractor or crush-and-strain.
Realizing the benefits of your beehive
The benefits of a healthy beehive! From honey production to pollination, and let's discuss the benefits of our hard work as beekeepers.

Best uses for bee products
If you care for your bees attentively, they will reward you.