Beekeeping Success

Name: Beekeeping Success
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ISBN: 9781923011281

Start Right, Grow Strong Colonies, Harvest More Honey

Robert Owen, Jean-Pierre Scheerlinck

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English

Exisle Publishing
10 March 2026

Urban communities; Agriculture & farming; Sustainable agriculture; Apiculture (beekeeping)

Beekeeping Success is a practical, easy-to-navigate reference for anyone starting out or looking to level up their beekeeping skills.

Written in a clear question-and-answer format, the book solves the most common problems faced by beekeepers — from installing your first colony to managing diseases like Varroa, harvesting honey efficiently, and introducing new queens.

Organized by theme, with step-by-step guidance and hundreds of real-life tips, this is a resource you can dip into whenever you encounter a challenge — or read cover to cover for a comprehensive foundation. Unlike theory-heavy manuals, this book is grounded in practical advice, with solutions tested by real beekeepers across a variety of climates and conditions, including suburban and small-space setups.

Whether you're in the US, UK, Australia, or beyond, Beekeeping Success gives you the confidence to start strong, build resilient colonies, and enjoy the sweet rewards of your efforts.

By: Robert Owen, Jean-Pierre Scheerlinck
Imprint: Exisle Publishing
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
ISBN: 9781923011281
ISBN 10: 1923011286
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 10 March 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction 1. Getting started 2. Equipment 3. Looking after my equipment 4. Clothing 5. Locating hives 6. First hive opening 7. Spring and summer management 8. Autumn and winter management 9. Feeding bees syrup or pollen/pollen supplement 10. My bees 11. Swarming 12. Queens 13. Queen rearing 14. Harvesting honey 15. Natural beekeeping 16. The Flow Hive 17. Varroa mite 18. Other pests and diseases Glossary Bibliography Index

Robert Owen is the founder of Bob’s Beekeeping Supplies and the author of the acclaimed Australian Beekeeping Manual, and co-author of Honey Bee Pests and Diseases. Robert is also a regular contributor to magazines such as the American Bee Journal. Jean-Pierre Scheerlinck is a scientist and longtime beekeeper and educator with expertise in bee biology and health. Together, they have created a trusted, experience-based resource for beekeepers worldwide.