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Bee Sponsorship: Give the Gift of Conservation and Support Beekeepers
Bee sponsorship — what's behind it? Providers, costs, what you get, and whether a sponsorship actually helps bees.
September 2, 2026 · 10 min
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Tips, instructions and expertise on beekeeping: practical apiary work, bee health, harvest and marketing, nature and gardening.
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AI-generatedSeasonFall Feeding: Amounts, Timing, and the Right MethodEverything about feeding your bee colonies: sugar syrup 3:2, 15-20 kg per colony, the best feeding methods, and the optimal schedule.
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HealthWinter Treatment with Oxalic Acid - Complete Guide for BeekeepersThe 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.
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TechnologyAI-generatedAugust 9, 2026 · 9 minAutomatic Alerts: Never Miss Problems at the Beehive AgainAutomatic warnings for swarms, weight loss, or temperature problems: how alert monitoring works in modern beekeeping.
TechnologyAI-generatedJuly 31, 2026 · 10 minData Analysis for Beekeepers: Spotting Trends and Making Better DecisionsWhich metrics really matter, how to spot trends in your bee data, and why data-driven beekeeping delivers better results.
TechnologyExample illustrationJuly 1, 2026 · 9 minField Test: Voice Input at the BeehiveVoice input instead of typing at the apiary: we test voice recording during inspections and show how well AI-powered recognition works.
TechnologyJune 27, 2026 · 10 minFrom Paper to Digital: How to Make the Transition in BeekeepingStep-by-step guide for switching from paper hive records to digital beekeeping software. With migration tips and checklist.
TechnologyAI-generatedMay 16, 2026 · 10 minHive Scales Compared: IoT Monitoring for Modern BeekeepersHive scales compared: we test scales from BroodMinder to DIY solutions and show which system suits which beekeeper.
TechnologyAI-generatedMarch 31, 2026 · 10 minDiscover Hivekraft: Get to Know All Features in 10 MinutesA guided tour through Hivekraft: dashboard, hive records, colony record book, IoT, analysis, AI chat, and more — with real demo data to explore.
TechnologyAI-generatedMarch 16, 2026 · 11 minBeekeeping Apps Compared 2026: BeeInTouch vs. Imkado vs. HivekraftWhich beekeeping app is right for you? We compare the three most popular apps for beekeepers: features, pricing, strengths, and weaknesses.
TechnologyAI-generatedFebruary 26, 2026 · 10 minGoodbye Excel: Why Digital Hive Records Are the FuturePaper, Excel, or app? We compare the three methods of keeping hive records and show why specialized beekeeping software clearly has the advantage.
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Topics at a glance
What each topic covers and where you can start.
Getting started in beekeeping, equipment and first steps.
Inspections, swarm control and colony management.
Varroa treatment, recognising and preventing diseases.
Extract, bottle and successfully sell honey.
Bee forage, nectar plants and nature-friendly beekeeping.
Forage, climate and local beekeeping conditions, from northern heathland to mountain apiaries.
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- Learning paths8 courses with 76 lessons, from your first colony to selling honey, at your own pace.
- Glossary169 beekeeping terms, clearly explained.
- Varroa calculatorCalculate infestation from a powdered sugar, wash or natural mite drop sample.
- Annual plannerApiary tasks for all twelve months, organised by category.
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