{"product_id":"book-g75r","title":"The Beekeeper's Problem Solver","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor, experienced beekeeper, and apiary expect James E. Tew explains 100 common problems faced by beekeepers, clearly spelling out their underlying causes and how to solve all of them.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Beekeeping requires understanding, commitment, and attention to detail. \u003cb\u003eLaying the groundwork for a successful hive\u003c\/b\u003e is essential, and demands a keen appreciation of critical areas like hive management, breed choice, and health requirements. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Bees often disguise problems, though, making recognizing trouble in the crucial, initial stages that much more difficult. Whether you’re a newcomer or an old hand, \u003ci\u003eThe Beekeeper’s Problem Solver\u003c\/i\u003e provides \u003cb\u003ethe information you need to nip problems in the bud, or avoid them\u003c\/b\u003e in the first place. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Each beekeeping problem is tackled in depth, covering a wide range of practical tips and useful insights. The problems are conveniently \u003cb\u003eorganized into the following categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Beekeeping Basics – \u003ci\u003eMy new bees arrived during a cool, rainy period.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Beekeeping Equipment – \u003ci\u003eThe beehive smoker will not stay lit.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Biology and Behavior of the Colony – \u003ci\u003eThere are many dead drones at the hive entrance.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Managing and Manipulating Hives – \u003ci\u003eThe brood nest has been built across multiple boxes.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Queen Production and Maintenance – \u003ci\u003eThe queen is not a good egg producer.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Diseases and Pests of Honey Bees – \u003ci\u003eVarroa mites have overrun the colony.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Pollen and Pollination – \u003ci\u003eToo few bees are pollinating the target crop.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Producing and Processing Honey – \u003ci\u003eThe honey filter keeps getting clogged.\u003c\/i\u003e … \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Beeswax, Propolis, and Specialty Issues – \u003ci\u003ePropolis is difficult to gather and process. \u003c\/i\u003e… \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Don’t lose your hive to something preventable, just use this problem solver! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hachette Book Group","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49348698669360,"sku":"BDg75r","price":24.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/402274-g75r-Square.jpg?v=1734231194","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-g75r","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}