Christopher Petree

Certified Naturally Grown: A Beekeeper’s Alternative

Christopher — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 02:58:58 +0000

Since most of us cannot afford the thousands of dollars required to get organic certification from the USDA, an alternative is emerging that will let your customers know you're approaching beekeeping the natural way, and it won't cost you a small fortune.

My Beekeeping Methods Explained, Part II

Christopher — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 02:38:35 +0000

Part two of an explanation of my beekeeping methods.

Making Mead Seminar

Christopher — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:04:15 +0000

For those that attended my seminars on making mead at the NC State Beekeepers Association summer meeting, here is the presentation in your choice of formats.

My Beekeeping Methods Explained, Part I

Christopher — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:36:09 +0000

After taking a vacation from beekeeping, I returned with a new approach.

Useful Services for NC Beekeepers

Christopher — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:19:44 +0000

North Carolina is a great place to keep bees—not just for its varied nectar sources and hospitable environment but also for the services the state provides for free or nearly free of charge to beekeepers.

Bizarre Honey Bee Photos

Christopher — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 14:14:56 +0000

Bizarre things happen in the privacy of a beehive. The casual observer may overlook the more interesting developments because of their rarity; however, sometimes people are lucky enough to see these oddities.

Spring Beekeeping Courses

Christopher — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:15:29 +0000

Finding beekeeping courses is typically not difficult in most states.

Beekeeping Books I Like

Christopher — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 18:55:26 +0000

My friend, Brian, emailed me the other day to inquire about the best beekeeping books for a beginner; and that got me to thinking: What are the best beekeeping books? These are the books I turn to on a regular basis. You may find them equally as helpful.

Swarms That Leave

Christopher — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:05:58 +0000

I like to think that much doesn't surprise me in beekeeping. I've been keeping bees for 11 years, made almost every mistake, and have battled diseases and parasites of honey bees my whole beekeeping career. The other day, however, I was shocked when a swarm I caught decided to leave.

Using Lifetime Wood Treatment on Bee Hives

Christopher — Sun, 18 May 2008 23:37:03 +0000

When I got back into beekeeping, I decided to do several things differently. Armed with hindsight, I undertook simplifying everything. I eliminated different sized components (I’m using all mediums for supers and brood boxes), and I’ve stopped painting my equipment.