UF Beekeeping Academy Videos
The videos below are new since our last post! Each video is listed below with their short descriptions. Want to just go to the playlist? Here’s the link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAQHmJyzKkpCu_Pd92GBY2J7TCVtPsPad&si=2Bk-9aBNqMCzIxgC
Episode 17: Protecting Your Hands and Feet While Beekeeping
Hands and feet are some of the most commonly stung areas on our bodies. In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis discusses how to protect these extremities from honey bee stings.
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Episode 18: Hives Types in Beekeeping
There are many types of hives from which to choose when you begin beekeeping. In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy, Dr. Ellis discusses some of the commonly used hive types in beekeeping.
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Episode 19: The Langstroth Hive and Its Parts
The Langstroth Hive is one of the most popular hive types among beekeepers. In this video, Dr. Ellis walks viewers through a Langstroth hive and describes each component.
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Episode 20: Hive Configurations
Now that you have chosen the hives you will use, how will you configure them? In this episode, Dr. Ellis reviews some common hive configurations of the Langstroth Hive.
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Episode 21: Assembling Frames
Wondering how to assemble a Langstroth frame? Look no further! In this episode of Beekeeping Academy, Dr. Ellis walks viewers through the assembly of a frame.
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Episode 22: Installing Foundation
Frames are not finished until after you have added foundation. In this video, Dr. Ellis demonstrates how to install different types of foundation in a frame.
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Episode 23: How to Assemble a Honey Bee Hive
How to assemble a honey bee hive: All beekeeping woodenware can be assembled following similar tips and instructions. In this episode of Beekeeping Academy, Dr. Ellis assembles a bee hive super and gives viewers some advice on bee hive assembly.
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Episode 24: Queen Excluders
Queen excluders: Beekeepers love them, beekeepers hate them. In this episode of Beekeeping Academy, Dr. Ellis discusses the use of queen excluders, and the types of queen excluders available on the market.
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Episode 25: Types of Sugar Water Feeders
When feeding bees sugar water, you have many hive feeder options from which to choose! In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis reviews several of the most common hive feeders and discusses pros and cons of each feeder type.
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Episode 26: Tools of the Beekeeping Trade
Beekeepers use an array of miscellaneous equipment. In this episode of Beekeeping Academy, Dr. Ellis discusses some of the essential tools of the trade!
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