Bee Keeping

Bee Keeping by Frank Benton M. S. is a comprehensive guide to the art of beekeeping revised in March 1905. The book covers various aspects of beekeeping including the locations suited for keeping bees the returns to be expected from an apiary and how to manipulate bees to avoid stings. It also discusses the different races of bees to choose from such as Caucasians Carniolans Italians Cyprians and more. The book provides insights into the best hive to adopt like the Langstroth hive and management techniques for swarming including natural swarming and artificial swarming methods. Additionally the book emphasizes the importance of preventing swarming through methods like dequeening requeening and selection in breeding. Lastly it touches on the idea that planting crops solely for honey production may not be profitable but choosing plants that benefit both bees and other purposes can be advantageous. Overall Bee Keeping offers valuable information for both beginners and experienced beekeepers to enhance their beekeeping practices.