CHAPTER III.. Swarming, or Natural Method of Increase 101

Swarming, or Natural Method of increase 101

CHAPTER IV.

Products of Bees, their Origin and Function 104 Honey 104 Wax 106 Pollen, or Bee-Bread 111 Propolis 112 Bibliography 113

Part II.

The apiary, its Care and Management 115

INTRODUCTION.

Preparation 117 Read a Good Manual 117 Visit some Apiarist 117 Take a College Course 118 Decide on a Plan 118 How to Procure our Bees 118 Kind of Bees to Purchase 119 In What Kind of Hives 119 When to Purchase 119 How Much to Pay 120 Where to Locate 120