This trusted handbook is a must-have for novice and seasoned beekeepers alike. Now totally redesigned and featuring color photos and graphics, the second edition also includes up-to-date information on honey bee health. The go-to reference presents comprehensive yet accessible information on everything from planning hives and installing a colony to preventing disease and managing productive hives that will bear bountiful honey harvests year after year. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

베스트셀러 작가 줄리아 로스먼의 『농장해부도감』 드디어 출간!『자연해부도감』에 이어, 도시에서는 볼 수 없었던?새로운 배울 거리와 이야깃거리를 흥미진진하게 풀어내다 섬세하면서도 생동감 있는 그림과 자연을 탐구하는 따뜻한 시선으로 독자들을 사로잡아온 아티스트 줄리아 로스먼의 『농장해부도감』이 드디어 국내에 출간되었다. 학생들과 교사, 부모는 물론 미술 관련 종사자들과 일반 성인독자들에 이르기까지 많은 국내 독자들의 관심과 사랑을 받았던 『자연해부도감』에 이어 두 번째로 국내에 소개되는 줄리아 로스먼의 작품이다.? 『자연해부도감』이 도시 속 자연의 모습을 포착했다면, 『농장해부도감』은 도시를 벗어난 시골의 농장을 배경으로 좀 더 본격적이고 친근하게 자연에 대해 다루고 있다. ‘농장’은 자연이 주는 소중한 것들을 얻으며 살아가는 과정을 집약적으로 담아놓은 공간이다. 자연과 인간이 함께 만든 이 공간에서 저자는 그동안 도시에 살면서는 볼 수 없었던 자연의 경이롭고 다양한 모습을 만나게 된다. 그리고 저자 자신이 만난 흥미로운 시골 생활의 지식과 모습을 이제껏 볼 수 없었던 매력적인 방식으로 소개한다.? 저마다의 쓰임새를 가진 농기구와 농기계들, 우리에게 고기와 털, 달걀을 주는 동물들을 기르는 법과 품종, 부위별 용도 제대로 알기, 토마토 · 사과 · 당근 등 우리가 즐겨먹는 채소들의 놀랄 만큼 다양한 품종과 특징, 재배법, 그리고 그렇게 자연에서 얻은 것들로 요리하는 건강하고 맛있는 먹거리까지, 그녀의 생생한 그림이 보여주는 농장 속 풍경은 시골에서 보내는 하루하루를 직접 경험하고 있는 듯한 활기를 전해준다. 한번쯤은 도시를 벗어난 삶을 꿈꾸었을 어른들에게는 시골 생활의 생생한 삶의 현장을 보여주고, 호기심 가득한 청소년들에게는 새로운 삶의 방식을 안내하게 될 것이다.??

The Beekeeper’s Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Apiculture is a must-have resource for anyone interested in the art and science of beekeeping. This comprehensive guide takes readers on a journey into the captivating world of bees, providing practical advice and insights for both novice and experienced beekeepers. From understanding bee behavior and hive management to honey production and disease prevention, this handbook covers all aspects of apiculture. It highlights the vital role of bees in our ecosystems, emphasizing the importance of ethical and sustainable beekeeping practices. Whether you are a beekeeping enthusiast or a beginner eager to start your own hive, The Beekeeper’s Handbook equips you with the knowledge and tools to embark on a fulfilling and rewarding journey as a beekeeper.

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Learn valuable leadership lessons and organizational "survival" tactics through the eyes of one of the world's most industrious and successful creatures, the honey bee. Survival of the Hive takes the lid off a beehive and provides a fun, relevant and reflective look at the tiny, purposeful inhabitants inside. Through the leadership experiences of Zync, a queen-in-waiting, we are taught seven important leadership lessons by her mentors, Vision, Belief and Strategy including The Front Porch Philosophy of accountability, Bee-2-Bee Waggle Dance of communication, the all-important P-Factors: Footprint, Resourcing, Calming, and Unity, and the Perfect Product Honey System. Deborah Mackin and Matthew Harrington, in a creative yet practical way, use the bee colony and specifically Zync, as an entertaining fable to illustrate leadership in an organized community. Throughout the book, the hive provides a working illustration of cultural complexity, leadership clarity, and the importance of trust as a foundation for excellence. Included at the end of each chapter is Reflections for Today's Leaders, as well as Group Discussion Questions to help facilitate a "Survival of the Hive" philosophy within your own organization.

Provides tips for storing, preparing, and preserving the fresh, seasonal ingredients available with a Community Supported Agriculture subscription and farmer's markets.

A guide to the history, behavior, and bounty of the humble bee From backyard keeping to bee-centric foods and home goods, there's no end to humankind's fascination with bees. The Complete Bee Handbook is a compelling read and easy-to-use reference, packed with practical and thought-provoking information for bee lovers new and old. Journey through the past, present, and future of the bee, including their evolution, their ever-critical role as pollinators, and the ongoing threats that jeopardize their survival. You'll also discover a short and sweet cultural history of beekeeping, the numerous applications of bee products, and tips on how you can support your local bee population. This bee guide explores: The life of the honey bee—Look into the mind of the hive as you learn about the role each bee plays in helping their colony function and thrive. Beekeeping for beginners—Get simple advice for cultivating a bee-friendly garden, from preferred plants to fun DIY accessories. Buzzworthy recipes—Try your hand at creative recipes for bee lovers, including mead, baklava, beeswax soap, and candles. Discover everything you wanted to know about bees with The Complete Bee Handbook!

What book would you want if you were stranded on a desert island? Widely regarded as the 'bible' of off-grid living, The Solar Living Sourcebook might be your best choice. With over 600,000 copies in print worldwide, it is the most comprehensive resource available for anyone interested in lessening their environmental footprint and increasing their energy independence. The Solar Living Sourcebook-14th Edition is the ultimate guide to renewable energy, sustainable living, natural and green building, off-grid living and alternative transportation, written by experts with decades of experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge. This fully revised and updated edition includes brand new sections on permaculture and urban homesteading, and completely rewritten chapters on solar technology, sustainable transportation and relocalization. It also boasts greatly expanded material on: Natural Building Permaculture and biodynamics Electric and biofuel-powered vehicles Passive solar Solar water heating Grid-tie photovoltaic systems -- plus maps, wiring diagrams, formulae, charts, electrical code, solar sizing worksheets and much more. Whether you're a layperson or a professional, novice or longtime aficionado, the Sourcebook puts the latest research and information at your fingertips-everything you need to know to make sustainable living a reality.

"Bee-keeping for the Many; or, The management of the common and Ligurian honey bee" by J. H. Payne. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

This book explores various keystone species, including prairie dogs, bison, honey bees, white rhinoceros, and lemmings, and the important roles that they play in keeping grasslands ecosystems alive and healthy.