Guides

Paper, Excel, or app? We compare the three methods of keeping hive records and show why specialized beekeeping software clearly has the advantage.

Make beeswax candles yourself: Step-by-step guide with material list, techniques, and tips for perfect candles.

Caring for bees in summer the right way: making the most of nectar flow, providing heat protection, and guiding colonies through the hot season.

How to check bee health in spring. 7 checks from Varroa to feed stores for a healthy start to the season.

Raising your own queens is easier than you think. From selecting the breeding colony to a mated queen - a guide for beginners.

Successfully selling your own honey. Labeling, pricing, sales channels and legal requirements for hobby and sideline beekeepers.

What do bees do in winter? How do you support your colonies properly? Everything about the winter cluster, feed, monitoring and common mistakes.

The colony record book is mandatory for every beekeeper. Learn everything about EU Regulation 2019/6, required fields, retention periods, and how Hivekraft keeps you automatically compliant.

Paper lists are yesterday's news. Learn why more and more beekeepers are switching to digital hive records, what they cost, and how to migrate your old data.

The winter oxalic acid treatment is crucial for healthy colonies. Trickling vs. vaporizing, product comparison, broodlessness check, and EU documentation requirements - everything you need to know.

From the right timing to storage: How to extract your honey correctly and achieve the best quality according to German Honey Regulations and DIB guidelines.

Want to start beekeeping? Learn everything about getting started: equipment, costs, time commitment, and your first steps.