Description
🐝 Setting up your first apiary - Beekeeping that respects the well-being of bees with the low-energy hive
🌼 A clear guide to starting beekeeping with peace of mind
The book Setting up your first apiary is aimed at all those who wish to getting into beekeeping, while respecting the natural rhythm and needs of the bees.
Written by Jean Riondet, a recognised beekeeper, and Damien Merit, a biologist specialising in the insulation of beehives, this book offers a comprehensive a simple, intuitive and modern approach beekeeping.
The authors present a method that unites animal welfare and energy efficiency the low-energy hive (RBC).
Inspired by nature, this approach makes it possible to protect the brood, saving energy for bees and improve the longevity of colonies.
So, The beekeeper acts in harmony with the colony while optimising honey production.
🧭 Setting up your first apiary: a complete guide to getting started
You'll discover :
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The essentials for set up your first apiary in complete safety.
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Le life cycle of the bee, the operation of the colony and the role of each caste.
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Practical advice for feed, protect and service your hives.
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Clear methods for harvesting honey without harming the survival of the bees.
Each chapter takes you step by step from choice of installation site until the honey harvest.
In addition, The book contains illustrations and practical examples to guide beginners through their first beekeeping seasons.
🍯 Modern, responsible beekeeping using the RBC method
Thanks to the low-energy hive, beginner beekeepers learn how to working with nature, not against it.
This technique promotes better thermal regulation, a harmonious development of the brood and a sustainable honey production.
As a result, The colonies remain strong and balanced throughout the year.
In addition, This method can be easily adapted to existing apiaries, without the need for complex equipment.
It makes beekeeping simpler, more stable and more respectful of living things.
📘 Further information
Discover also the complementary book :
👉 The Low Consumption Beehive (LCH) - A revolutionary beekeeping innovation
This second book takes a closer look at the PIHP method and the technical principles of the low-energy hive.
