Listen "Beekeeping 101"
Episode Synopsis
Master Gardener Emily Clem talks with Master Beekeeper Bud Rogers about backyard beekeeping for the hobbyist. These busy pollinators are masters of efficiency and can make an amazing difference in the output of your backyard garden. They talk about how bees make honey and tips to avoid getting stung. Bud avidly promotes beekeeping as an accessible hobby with equipment adapted for people in wheelchairs or unable to lift heavy weights. Links:https://www.aces.edu/ (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://mastergardeners-limestonecountyalabama.org/https://www.alcpl.org/The Athens-Limestone Public Library has a selection of books on beekeeping and native plants. Have questions about this episode? Email [email protected] and images from Pixabay
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