{"product_id":"the-beekeepers-problem-solver-isbn-9781631590351","title":"The Beekeeper's Problem Solver","description":"\u003cb\u003eAuthor, experienced beekeeper, and apiary expect James E. Tew explains 100 common problems faced by beekeepers, clearly spelling out their underlying causes and how to solve all of them.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Beekeeping requires understanding, commitment, and attention to detail. \u003cb\u003eLaying the groundwork for a successful hive\u003c\/b\u003e is essential, and demands a keen appreciation of critical areas like hive management, breed choice, and health requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bees often disguise problems, though, making recognizing trouble in the crucial, initial stages that much more difficult. Whether you’re a newcomer or an old hand, \u003ci\u003eThe Beekeeper’s Problem Solver\u003c\/i\u003e provides \u003cb\u003ethe information you need to nip problems in the bud, or avoid them\u003c\/b\u003e in the first place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With \u003cb\u003ecolor photography\u003c\/b\u003e throughout and a \u003cb\u003eglossary of terms\u003c\/b\u003e at the back, each beekeeping problem is tackled in depth, covering a wide range of practical tips and useful insights. The problems are conveniently \u003cb\u003eorganized into the following categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Beekeeping Basics – \u003ci\u003eMy new bees arrived during a cool, rainy period.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Beekeeping Equipment – \u003ci\u003eThe beehive smoker will not stay lit.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Biology and Behavior of the Colony – \u003ci\u003eThere are many dead drones at the hive entrance.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Managing and Manipulating Hives – \u003ci\u003eThe brood nest has been built across multiple boxes.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Queen Production and Maintenance – \u003ci\u003eThe queen is not a good egg producer.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Diseases and Pests of Honey Bees – \u003ci\u003eVarroa mites have overrun the colony.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Pollen and Pollination – \u003ci\u003eToo few bees are pollinating the target crop.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Producing and Processing Honey – \u003ci\u003eThe honey filter keeps getting clogged.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Beeswax, Propolis, and Specialty Issues – \u003ci\u003ePropolis is difficult to gather and process. \u003c\/i\u003e… \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Don’t lose your hive to something preventable, just grab your problem solver!","brand":"Quarry Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44896226017509,"sku":"NP9781631590351","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/b7b0336c-d8b0-4b9c-8987-ab0200a88506.jpg?v=1767898222","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-beekeepers-problem-solver-isbn-9781631590351","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}