Homesteading is all about providing for yourself; making your own backyard compost is also one of the major parts of urban homesteading. Backyard composting, often referred to as home composting, is the practice of recycling organic waste from your household and yard to create nutrient-rich compost in your own backyard. It involves collecting a mix ...
One of the first things you may need to think about when considering beekeeping is how easy they would be to keep. Do they need constant care? What are the disease risks for the bees? Will I have predator problems? What about weather and seasonal changes? Today, let’s explore how to feeding the hive! The ...
How to requeen? We’ve just learned about queenlessness. There are several reasons why you might want or need to replace your queen or introduce a new queen: If the queen is not laying well, the colony may not be thriving, the queen may lay too many drones or have weak genetics. If the queen has ...
Mountain grown coffee refers to coffee beans that are cultivated at high altitudes, typically above 3,000 feet. This unique growing environment contributes to the distinct flavor profile of mountain grown coffee. In this article, we will explore the benefits of mountain grown coffee, where it is produced, popular varieties, brewing techniques, and where to buy ...
So you’ve got a hive, but you still need the most important ingredient. Yes, some bees! There are 4 main ways to get bees: a nuc, a split, a swarm or a package. We will quickly introduce each way before diving in more details: Nuc: A nuc or nucleus is a mini, already-functioning hive. Comes ...
If you’re looking for the best coffee beans for pour over brewing, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll explore the characteristics of light roast and dark roast coffee beans, discuss the advantages of single-origin and coffee blends, delve into different flavor profiles to consider, recommend some top coffee bean brands for ...
Beeswax Benefits Some keepers will also prepare and use the wax after the honey has been removed. Beeswax benefits are many and may be used for cosmetics, crafts, ornaments, batik, and candles, and can even be rubbed onto thread to give it some strength. Although it is a process, and some keepers choose either to ...
If you’re a coffee lover looking to add a creamy and delicious twist to your desserts or beverages, you’ll be happy to know that you can make whipped cream using coffee creamer. In this article, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of how to make whipped cream with coffee creamer, along with some helpful ...
Bee Diseases And Dangers Like any animal or insect, honeybees can become ill through parasites and diseases. Even under the best circumstances, your hive is always at risk of diseases and parasites being introduced. There are a number of bee diseases and parasites that pose danger to honeybee colonies that anyone considering beekeeping should be ...
Decaf coffee has become a popular choice for those who want to enjoy the taste of coffee without the stimulating effects of caffeine. But does decaf coffee have calories? In short, yes, decaf coffee does contain calories, but the amount is minimal. In this article, we will explore what decaf coffee is, how it is ...