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Beekeeping Equation

Beekeeping Equation. 2011. 1920’s. Madison County Beekeepers Assoc. . May 12, 2011. Equation of a B eekeeper?. Business. Biologist. Horticulturist. Craftsman. Chemist. Entomologist. Ecologist. E M T. Zoologist. Business of Beekeeping.

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Beekeeping Equation

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  1. Beekeeping Equation 2011 1920’s Madison County Beekeepers Assoc. May 12, 2011 Owens Bee Company

  2. Equation of a Beekeeper? • Business • Biologist • Horticulturist • Craftsman • Chemist • Entomologist • Ecologist • EMT • Zoologist Owens Bee Company

  3. Business of Beekeeping Raising Healthy Bees and Producing Pure Honey • Hobby or Profession • Simplification and Diversification • Observation, Contemplation, and Implementation Strategy • Local, Regional, National then Global • Selling and Marketing your Products • Honey, verses Sugar feeding • Medication verses Organic / Green Principles • Public Land usage verses Farmers • Good Neighbor Polices • Bee Law • Swarm collection and Bee Removal • Equipment for Production, Processing and Marketing Owens Bee Company

  4. Business of Beekeeping Raising Healthy Bees and Producing Pure Honey • Many Specialties in Beekeeping. • a. Honey of all types • b. Hive By Products • c. Bee Removal • d. Pollination • e. Crafts • f. Medical • Cost of Wood ware • Plant for forage crops, or wild crops • Splitting verses Swarm Collection Owens Bee Company

  5. Biologist Study of life and their environment • Honey Bee Anatomy • Understanding Reproductive Cycles • Identify Bee diseases • Observation to see how your bees are doing • Understand Bee Senses and how they use them • Nutrition for Healthy bees • Available Resources • Books, CD’s, Websites Owens Bee Company

  6. Horticulturist Study and Propagation of Plants • Identify Plants used by Honey Bees for • Protein and Carbohydrates in your area. • USDA Plant Website: • http://plants.usda.gov Owens Bee Company

  7. Chemist Study of composition of matter and its properties. • Identify, and become familiar with Pesticides, • and Herbicides that are applied near your apiaries • and the danger they pose to your bees. • What minerals do honey bees need for a healthy diet, and • where do they get them? • Identify Medications used in beekeeping and their • correct application. Learn the pro’s and con’s of usage. Owens Bee Company

  8. Craftsman Mechanical skills with vision • Building or Buying Equipment? • Equipment required to build your equipment. • Bee Removals • Swarms • Removal from Structures Owens Bee Company

  9. Entomologist The Identification and Study of Insects • Integrated Pest Management • www.aces.edu/anr/ipm/ • State Bee Inspectors, and University Websites. • Local beekeeper educational resources are available. • If you know the pest, you will better know how to treat • the problem. Owens Bee Company

  10. Ecologist Study of living things with their surroundings • Factors to consider in selecting Apiary location • are forage, shelter, and water sources. • Exposure to environmental elements such as wind, rain, • sun, flooding, etc. • Honey Bee and Human interaction • Learning to live within natures normal cycles. Known as • Eco-Synchronization. • Proximity of Honey Bee Predators, and Competitors. Owens Bee Company

  11. EMT Injuries and life saving techniques • Beekeepers need to “Bee” able to identify and treat with • Basic First Aid supplies the following: • Bleeding, and Puncture Wounds • Allergic reactions • Burns • Heat exhaustion and heat stroke • Snake, Scorpion, and Spider Bites • Sprained Ankles • Back injuries • Learn CPR • Carry a First Aid Kit Owens Bee Company

  12. Zoologist Study of Animals • Identify critters that are getting into your bee hives. • Can cause significant bee loss • Spread disease • Destroy valuable equipment • Scare the Hell out of the Beekeeper! Owens Bee Company

  13. But Remember to Have Fun ! Thank You ! Owens Bee Company

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