Keeping Bees with a Smile: Principles and Practice of Natural Beekeeping (Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series)

Are you looking for a comprehensive guide to natural beekeeping that is both informative and accessible to all? Look no further than "Keeping Bees with a Smile: Principles and Practice of Natural Beekeeping." This bestselling book, part of the Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series, is a must-read for both beginners and experienced beekeepers alike. With Fedor Lazutin, one of Europe's most successful natural beekeepers, as your guide, you'll learn the bee-friendly approach to apiculture that is fun, healthful, and rewarding.

What makes this second edition of "Keeping Bees with a Smile" even more valuable is the inclusion of dozens of color photographs, new hive management techniques, and updated "Lazutin hive" plans. You'll discover how to keep bees naturally without interfering in their lives, attract local bee swarms to start your apiary for free, and build low-maintenance hives that mimic how bees live in nature.

But that's not all—this book goes beyond basic beekeeping. You'll also learn how to keep colonies healthy and strong, even without using drugs, sugar, or gimmickry. With this knowledge, you can help bees overwinter successfully, even in harsh climates. Plus, you'll find valuable advice on enhancing local nectar plant resources and producing truly natural honey without robbing the bees.

By embracing the principles and practices outlined in "Keeping Bees with a Smile," you will not only be contributing to the well-being of bees in your own backyard but also helping to reverse the global bee decline. This book is an invaluable resource complete with plans for making bee-friendly, well-insulated horizontal hives with extra-deep frames. Don't miss out on this opportunity to become a natural beekeeper—get your copy now!