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How to Get Bees for Beekeeping

Getting bees for beekeeping comes down to four main options: buying a package of bees, purchasing a nucleus colony, catching a wild swarm, or acquiring an established hive. Each approach works — the right one… 

How to Get a Beekeeping License

Getting a beekeeping license in the US is simpler than most people expect. For the vast majority of beekeepers, it means registering your hives with your state’s department of agriculture — a process that costs…