Archive for November, 2010

A Warm Week of Thanksgiving


2010
11.23

Almost at the end of November, and it is still a warm breezy 80 degrees today here in Austin, TX. Typical of Texas weather. On the flip side, I see several species of plants still in bloom. So pollen and nectar are still coming into the hives. And while the warm weather is still here, I will take the opportunity to feed the hives that I feel are light. So don’t forget your fall feeding, and use the warm weather to give them warm syrup. Bees just won’t take bitter cold feed.

Ancient Beekeeping and Laws


2010
11.14

I found this interesting tidbit about ancient beekeeping while trolling the web. I like that is has studies and dates to back it up, although I haven’t vetted it yet for accuracy.

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“Interesting, it sheds light on the agricultural economy of the time. Some further thoughts on ancient beekeeping from

Old Beeks Never Die


2010
11.13

I talked with a local beekeeper who is 86. He’s been keeping bees for 76 years!

Some interesting Beekeeping videos


2010
11.04

Came across a mini documentary on a Aussie beekeeper with an old lumber mill. Give it a watch. About 5 minutes.

http://vimeo.com/10647065

and a totally wacky hive with wacky people here:

http://vimeo.com/11297043

and an artsy short 2 minute video about living in the ‘now’ due to beekeeping

http://vimeo.com/8226914

and a short interview of an arabian bee farm

http://vimeo.com/11459815

a playful video on London honey

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x8w2ro_urban-beekeeping-river-cottage-spri_lifestyle

Video on Bees in Brazil added


2010
11.03

Added a video on my experience in Brazil and the beekeeping I encountered.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oao7E0mncpc