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Beekeeping for Dummies by Howland Blackiston (2017, Trade Paperback)
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Highly Recommended for New Beekeepers!Want to raise honeybees but not sure where to start? This comprehensive, hands-on book to beekeeping will guide you through your first season and beyond. You'll find valuable information on how to keep bees in the 'burbs or the city, how to acquire bees and install them safely, how to inspect your bees, identify problems and more!Also, you'll learn how to keep your bees healthy using natural methods. Paperback. 442 pp.. By Howland Blackiston (former president of the Back Yard Beekeepers Association and international lecturer on bees and beekeeping). 9-1/4" x 7-1/4".
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Product Identifiers
PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-101119310067
ISBN-139781119310068
eBay Product ID (ePID)228894802
Product Key Features
Number of Pages480 Pages
Publication NameBeekeeping for Dummies
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2017
SubjectAgriculture / Beekeeping
TypeTextbook
AuthorHowland Blackiston
Subject AreaTechnology & Engineering
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight23.1 Oz
Item Length9.4 in
Item Width7.3 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number4
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2016-960491
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal638.1
SynopsisEverything you need to 'bee' a successful backyard beekeeper If you've ever thought about becoming a backyard beekeeper--or have already tried a hand at it and want to be better one--then this is the book for you In Beekeeping for Dummies , 4th Edition you'll find everything you need to know in order to start your own colony, including how to assemble and maintain beehives, handle every phase of honey production, purchase and use all the latest tools, and what to do beyond your first season. This hands-on guide provides all the tools, tips, tricks, and techniques needed to become a real backyard beekeeper. You'll learn to identify the queen from her workers and drones, properly open and close the hive, distinguish one type of honey from another, and preserve your colony if disaster should strike. Keep bees on a small urban rooftop or in a large country yard Assemble your own hive and sustain it for years to come Safely inspect and manage your colony Harvest and sell your own honey Becoming a backyard beekeeper isn't as hard as people think--and with this hands-on guide, you'll be able to create one honey of a colony that will have the neighbors buzzing., Everything you need to 'bee' a successful backyard beekeeper If you've ever thought about becoming a backyard beekeeper--or have already tried a hand at it and want to be better one--then this is the book for you! In Beekeeping for Dummies , 4th Edition you'll find everything you need to know in order to start your own colony, including how to assemble and maintain beehives, handle every phase of honey production, purchase and use all the latest tools, and what to do beyond your first season. This hands-on guide provides all the tools, tips, tricks, and techniques needed to become a real backyard beekeeper. You'll learn to identify the queen from her workers and drones, properly open and close the hive, distinguish one type of honey from another, and preserve your colony if disaster should strike. Keep bees on a small urban rooftop or in a large country yard Assemble your own hive and sustain it for years to come Safely inspect and manage your colony Harvest and sell your own honey Becoming a backyard beekeeper isn't as hard as people think--and with this hands-on guide, you'll be able to create one honey of a colony that will have the neighbors buzzing., Learn what to do in your first season and beyond Keep your bees healthy using natural methods Manage all phases of honey production The bestselling, hands-on guide to beekeeping Find out what all the buzz is about beekeeping. Beekeeping For Dummies gives you details on starting and managing your own backyard colonies with practical, up-to-date information on all things apicultural. Whether you're a newbie or an old hand looking for the latest tools and techniques, this hands-on guide tells you what you need to know to keep happy, healthy honey bees, understand bee behavior, use the latest hiving techniques, and a whole lot more. You can also check out how-to beekeeping videos online. Inside Manage a Langstroth or Top Bar hive Keep bees in the 'burbs or the city Acquire bees and install them safely Learn when and how to inspect your bees Identify and fix common problems Save using enclosed coupons for beekeeping supplies
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- 22 May, 2020
Great gift
I bought this as a gift for a friend who decided to get into bee keeping this year. I researched online about the best books for beginning beekeepers and this is one that came up. So far my friend has commented that he finds it very interesting and helpful, he seems most pleased with it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 Aug, 2019
Learn great things!
Wide range of information you didn't know you needed to know! As with most "Dummies" books, you can pick it up and start reading about anywhere and put it down having learned great things.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Apr, 2020
Worth it.
I am a newbee at Beekeeping. This book is well worth the money. The only draw back that I've notice is that it should have thumb tabs or binder markings for the beginning of each chapter.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 29 Aug, 2019
What I was looking for
I am new to the world of bee keeping and this book is full of information! It starts by asking should I even be a bee keeper to everything I need to know to get started and beyond. Very happy with this purchase!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 17 Apr, 2018
Great book!
I'm really enjoying the book. I'm new at beekeeping so I learned a lot from the book. It will be useful to refer to when I have a question.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Jan, 2018
Worth buying if you are interested in beekeeping!
This book breaks down the information in a way so that it makes perfect sense. There is a tremendous amount of information contained in this book! If you are interested in beekeeping, this is a must have!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Aug, 2019
Beekeeping for Dummies - Worth owning
I have only scanned the book but it has coverage of bee keeping topics that are important to me. I am pleased with the book and an glad I purchased it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Oct, 2020
Step by step instructions
like the book says...learning made easy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 20 May, 2020
All that a beginner needs to know about bee keeping
We are planning on keeping Bees by next February and this book was recommended by a seasoned beekeeperVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 Mar, 2017
Great reference book
Everything you need to know about getting started beekeeping and more.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
