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The Beekeeper's Handbook, Third Edition,New
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Diana Sammataro and Alphonse Avitabile have revised and expanded their clear and comprehensive guide to cover changes in beekeeping. They discuss the crisis created by the parasitic bee mites. In less than a decade, for example, Varroa mites have saturated the North American honeybee population with disastrous results, devastating both managed and wild populations. The new edition of The Beekeeper's Handbook covers mite detection and control as well as the selection and testing of bees that may have some tolerance to mites.*Serves as a comprehensive wellillustrated introduction for beginners and a valuable reference for the experienced beekeeper.*Outlines options for each operation within beekeeping, listing advantages and disadvantages of each alternative.*Provides easytofollow directions and diagrams.*Includes glossary and updated bibliography suggesting more detailed information on the topics discussed.
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- Q: What is the main focus of The Beekeeper's Handbook, Third Edition? A: The Beekeeper's Handbook, Third Edition primarily focuses on providing a comprehensive guide to beekeeping, including updated information on managing bee populations affected by parasitic mites, particularly Varroa mites.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Diana Sammataro and Alphonse Avitabile.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in beekeeping? A: Yes, this book serves as a well-illustrated introduction for beginners, making it accessible for those new to beekeeping.
- Q: What kind of information can experienced beekeepers find in this book? A: Experienced beekeepers will find valuable reference material, including detailed discussions on mite detection and control, as well as the selection and testing of bee strains.
- Q: What are some features of The Beekeeper's Handbook? A: The book includes easy-to-follow directions, diagrams, a glossary, and an updated bibliography for further reading.
- Q: How many pages does The Beekeeper's Handbook contain? A: The book contains 190 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: The Beekeeper's Handbook, Third Edition is available in paperback.
- Q: When was The Beekeeper's Handbook published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1998.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, this listing indicates that the book is in new condition.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding beekeeping operations? A: The book outlines various options for beekeeping operations, listing the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative.