{"product_id":"9780760379677","title":"Beekeeping for Beginners","description":"\u003cb\u003eWith this absolute beginner’s guide, learn how to set up your backyard hives, select and raise bees, and harvest honey, with the added bonus of bringing pollinators to your yard and garden.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You’ve decided to try beekeeping—so where do you start? \u003ci\u003eBeekeeping for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e, adapted from the best-selling \u003ci\u003eThe Backyard Beekeeper\u003c\/i\u003e, covers everything you need to know, from selecting the right kind of hives, and finding and bringing bees home to your yard, right up to the collection and enjoyment of the glorious reward—golden honey. Rewarding and environmentally beneficial, reading this complete and introductory guide is the first step in your journey to becoming a successful beekeeper, whether you decide to have one hive or twenty-five.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Renowned beekeeping expert Kim Flottum shares his vast knowledge from years of teaching beekeeping to all levels of enthusiasts for a no-fail approach to bringing a productive bee colony onto your property. Featuring \u003cb\u003ediagrams and color photos\u003c\/b\u003e, learning what you need to know to establish a vibrant bee colony is fun and easy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The features that set \u003ci\u003eBeekeeping for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e apart from other guides:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSimplified approach\u003c\/b\u003e―Aimed at the beginner, the book covers everything you need to know in uncomplicated and accessible language, accompanied by full-color illustrative photography. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUp to date and organic\u003c\/b\u003e―Learn details on the most current methods that make beekeeping sustainable and accessible even for the smallest yard and urban enthusiasts. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLearn from an expert\u003c\/b\u003e―Complete information from a trusted voice in the beekeeping community will give you the tools and knowledge you need to enjoy keeping bees with confidence. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This guide offers \u003cb\u003edetailed instruction for: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Establishing and taking care of your new bees \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Stress-free hive management  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Site selection and management  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Safety and swarm control  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Types of hives including top bar hives \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Harvesting, collecting, and processing honey \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Keeping bees and hives healthy year-round in all climates  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Urban beekeeping \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Smokers 101 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Pest and disease management \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Biodiversity and food for healthy hives \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Learn everything you need to know to start your colony with this straightforward, highly visual guide for beginning beekeepers.","brand":"Kim Flottum","offers":[{"title":"New Shoe Press |  Paperback \/ softback  |  2022-08-16","offer_id":44152024826111,"sku":"9780760379677","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/products\/BNCImageAPI_cd887aaf-6db0-49e8-ab85-b8a913a51de5.jpg?v=1660554518","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9780760379677","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}