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Beekeeping For Dummies

By Howland Blackiston
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Beekeeping For Dummies by Howland Blackiston is a comprehensive guide that introduces you to the craft of beekeeping. It covers essential topics such as setting up beehives, maintaining colonies, understanding bee behaviour, and harvesting honey. Designed for both beginners and experienced beekeepers, the book offers practical advice and insights into the rewarding practice of beekeeping.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking to start your own beekeeping venture or seek a deeper understanding of bee culture, honey production, and hive management. Offering practical advice with friendly explanations, it's ideal for beginners eager to explore the rewarding hobby of beekeeping.

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Beekeeping For Dummies

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The single best and most comprehensive guide for prospective, new and experienced hobbyist beekeepers

Beekeeping For Dummies, 5th Edition, is one of the most popular titles in the For Dummies series available today. Including the latest information regarding every aspect of backyard beekeeping and honey production, this book describes how to get started, how to care for and safely handle bees, and how to maintain healthy and productive colonies.

This book is loaded with up-to-date, practical examples and helpful illustrations of proven techniques and strategies for both new and seasoned hobbyist beekeepers. Some of the updates for this brand-new edition include:

  • New information regarding the critical role that nutrition plays in the health and productivity of your bees
  • News about the latest beekeeping products, medications, and all-natural remedies
  • Information regarding dozens of helpful beekeeping resources
  • Redeemable coupons from beekeeping suppliers that save the reader money

Beekeeping For Dummies embodies the straightforward and simple approach made famous by the For Dummies series. Each and every reader will benefit from its accessible and approachable take on beekeeping.

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Beekeeping For Dummies by Howland Blackiston is praised for its comprehensive and accessible guidance on beekeeping, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts. Reviewers appreciate the book's clear explanations, practical tips, and the author's engaging writing style. Many find it an invaluable resource for starting and maintaining healthy bee colonies.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119702580

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 September 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 5th edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 183.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 496

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Dummies Home & Garden Howland Blackiston Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Howland Blackiston has been keeping bees for almost 40 years. He has appeared as an expert on CNBC, CNN, NPR, The Discovery Channel, Sirius Satellite Radio, and other broadcast outlets, and has written numerous articles on beekeeping. Howland has been a keynote speaker at conferences in more than 40 countries.

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