Beekeeping: Blowing Smoke

Reader Contribution by Laura Weaver
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There are all sorts of gadgets now for beekeeping. Frame spacers, hive carriers, frame holders, bee brushes, cappings scratchers, frame cleaners, and the list goes on and on. For most beekeepers, many of these items are unnecessary, and can even complicate what is in reality a very simple process. Some of the gear is never needed and other items only become handy if your apiary grows to the point you are a sideliner.

The basic equipment necessary for any beekeeper working in any type of hive is a short list:

Smoker
Hive Tool

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