CIS 1410 Web Design Final Project

Supplies for Successful Beekeeping

Tools for success:

Those wanting to start beekeeping need the right equipment to do so. This includes a beekeeping suit and veil, smoker, hive tool, extractor, pollen trap, and a bee brush. Having the right tools for the job is paramount for successful beekeeping.

To set-up the hive, basic essential components include:

• The hive itself (Langstroth, Warre, or horizontal)
  • 16-20 deep frames
  • 16-20 shallow or medium frames
  • 2 deep boxes (for 8 or 10 frames)
  • 1 bottom board
  • 1 mouse guard
  • 1 entrance reducer
  • 1 inner cover
  • 1 telescoping outer cover
  • 1 feeder (top feeding, or mason jar feeding)
• Apps like Apiary or HiveHawk
• Bees
• Bee brush
• Extractor (manual crank or electric)
• Feeding equipment
• Hive tool
• Honey harvesting supplies (i.e. jars, covers, labels)
• Protective clothing: bee suit, veil, gloves
• Smoker

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