Our candle adventure! Washing partially rendered wax in rainwater Over the past four years or so, rather than exchanging our wax for foundation, we’ve kept it to make hive products but with mixed results so far! We managed some soap and candles, none of which were good enough to sell, but we had fun makingContinue reading "Becky"
Honey and veganism
Fruit and honey, a perfect combination As somebody who is working towards a more plant-based diet, I was perplexed when I discovered The Vegan Society’s stance on honey. So I checked out the Society’s website (The Vegan Society) and was surprised by the mixture of half-truths, mis-understandings and even mild hypocrisy I found there. WhilstContinue reading "Honey and veganism"
Honey
Honey is the natural sweet substance produced by Apis mellifera bees from the nectar of plants. It’s loaded with healthy plant compounds and has been linked to several health benefits. If you are interested in buying locally produced honey and hive products, please click here Local honey Nutritional value of honey Honey is high inContinue reading "Honey"
Gardening for wildlife
Most of us enjoy our outside spaces and whether you have a balcony or a country pile, it's possible to have a positive effect on the environment and enjoy your garden by making small changes to help our butterflies, bees and birds. Garden flowers are an important source of food for pollinators. The nectar providesContinue reading "Gardening for wildlife"
Honey extractors
There’s no doubt that one of the most rewarding parts of beekeeping is harvesting your own honey but before you invest in an extractor, it’s a good idea to consider your options. In the early days, why not borrow one from the association so you can find out what best suits your needs? Equipment loanContinue reading "Honey extractors"
Meridian Beekeepers’ Association 