LibGuides: Beekeeping at SIS: Home

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Our Bees and the Environment

Our Bees as Producers

Our Equipment

Our Projects

Other Bee Stuff

Basic Beekeeping
Beginner's Guide 20 pages, via the University of Kentucky
Guide to Bees & Honey Detailed information, 219 pages
Introducing Queens
4-H Beekeeping Manual Everything you need to know to get started, including various types of bees, care and keeping, stings, honey recipes, and more. 41 pages
The Bee Cause Projects STE(A)M Projects for beekeepers. 13 pages
Sustainable Agriculture Resources Mega-document with loads of links to various resources for curricular programs
Beekeeping in the Tropics A 90 page document with a wealth of information about beekeeping in general as in tropical climates, specifically.
SIS Waiver of Responsibility Sign to show you understand the risks of beekeeping!

Resources from Purdue University:

Beekeeping, via Purdue University Excellent overview, 29 pages
Protection from Pesticides Understand the hazards of pesticides and how to avoid harm to your beers. Via Purdue University, 4 pages
What to know about Bee Mites What beekeepers need to know to keep their bees safe. Purdue University, 20 pages
Varroa Mites in Bee Hives Learn about the biology of Varroa Mites, how they infest a hive, and what to do about it! 8 pages