Embrace the Buzz - Build or Buy Your Top Bar Hive?
Hey Bee Enthusiasts! 🌼✨ Times are changing, and so is the world of top bar hives!
Three decades ago, I built my first top bar hive—it was more of a novelty back then. No fancy plans, just a sloped-sided box with wide top bars for the comb. Ah, the memories!
That hive never hosted a single bee—I was deep into managing thousands of hives as a commercial beekeeper. Fast forward, and a dozen years ago, I built another top bar hive, kicking off a series of bee-friendly creations.
Back in the day, James Satterfield’s top bar hive site was the go-to, but times have changed. Today, the internet is buzzing with high-quality natural beekeeping sites and blogs. Want a top bar hive? No need to design and build it yourself anymore!
It’s a New Day—Buy or Build?
Oh, the things my son says to devalue my opinion—well, not about top bar hives! There are now over a dozen companies selling top bar hives, and a plethora of resources online.
Before you dive in, consider this:
- Does the hive meet your needs as a beekeeper?
- Does it cater to the bees’ needs?
- Is it suitable for your specific location and climate?
Here’s a plan:
- Check out the insights on the Build page—it’s your guide to evaluating a hive’s suitability.
- Dive into the world of Google, exploring the different top bar hive styles and options.
Embrace the buzz, my friends! Whether you build or buy, make sure your top bar hive is the perfect hive haven. ✨
-Cheers, D 🏡🌸
