Common sense natural beekeeping : sustainable, bee-friendly techniques to help your hives survive and thrive
(Book)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Beekeepers today have myriad choices to make that affect their bees' health and productivity. From housing to nutrition, to treating pests and diseases, Common Sense Natural Beekeeping introduces sustainable alternatives for natural hive management. Based on expert advice from Kim Flottum, editor emeritus of Bee Culture magazine and best-selling author of The Backyard Beekeeper, this book teaches holistic, sensible alternatives to conventional apiary practices, and includes: lessons from the way bees live in the wild, management strategies that respect the natural intelligence of the bee, hive design elements that promote colony health and resilience, case studies highlighting successful natural beekeepers from around the world." -- back cover of work