Sugar syrup is an integral component of beekeeping, serving both to replenish hive stores when an beekeeper harvests too little honey, as well as encouraging comb building. This recipe mixes equal parts granulated sugar and water in an approximate 1:1 …
Costco sells over 100 million rotisserie chickens annually. These irresistible birds have become an indispensable staple in many households across America. Behind every cheap, cherished chicken lies a tragic tale of industrial animal farming. An undercover investigation at one of …
There are various feeder boxes available for bees. One popular type is an inverted jar feeder, as this allows easy monitoring without opening your hive and doesn’t expose bees to direct sunlight. With its high capacity, this feeder allows you …
Pollen patties may help increase brood production while at the same time protecting bee colonies from starvation or nectar shortage. Patties are typically composed of dry pollen substitute and sugar syrup, and can either be purchased ready-to-use or homemade using …
Grit aids chickens in digesting food in their crops and gizzards. It is often mixed into feed in a hopper and distributed ad lib. Grit may not be necessary if a flock only consumes commercial layer pellets or crumble, as …
Fermented feed provides many advantages for chickens, such as improved digestion and greater nutrient absorption. The fermentation process also softens pellets so that they’re less harsh on crops and gizzards. Feeding fish is a straightforward process that only takes three …
Some beekeepers feed their colonies sugar syrup during fall or early winter to provide additional sustenance for starving bees. This strategy often serves as an insurance against their starvation. Feeding sugar syrup to bees during cold weather can be difficult …
Country chicken feeds are designed to give country chickens maximum energy. Packed full of essential vitamins, organic minerals and amino acids for peak performance and marigold extract to produce vibrant yellow eggs, they’re highly palatable ensuring maximum consumption – and …
Homemade hive top feeders can be an economical and efficient solution for providing new colonies that have recently been installed as packages with food. Not only are these homemade feeders cost-effective and user friendly; but they may not prevent drowning …
Beekeepers often struggle to meet their hive feeding responsibilities during late winter/early spring when colonies have no stored honey and begin building brood for spring brood production. Emergency winter feed should include hard sugar sources like candy boards, fondant, sugar …