Tara here, and you’ve found Queen Bee Homestead! Located in Western New York, I have been beekeeping for eight years and now I’m expanding into other ventures. Follow along as we build a barn, get some goats, rabbits, and help you learn along with us!
How to Get FREE Bees!
That’s right! Want to start beekeeping, but don’t want to spend $150-$200 on bees? It may take a little luck and time, but you can learn how to get free bees! Swarms That’s right, swarms. The key to how to get free bees is swarms. What is a swarm, you may ask? Well, it is,…
Honey Pops Recipe
Make your own Honey Pops! Honey pops are a delicious treat any time of the year. I especially love whipping up a batch to help combat sore throats! The recipe only has 3 ingredients plus flavoring, if you like. Once you have the equipment- these are a snap! Getting Started Before making these for the…
Getting Started in Beekeeping
So, you want to be a beekeeper? Good choice! You could say I’m partial to it, but I think it’s a great beginning to self-reliance. Bees are fascinating creatures and honey is a great bartering commodity. It can be a higher initial investment than some hobbies, but honey fetches a great price and never spoils…
Spring into Action!
Everyone loves free, right? Well, spring is in full force here in Western New York and foraging season is upon us! If you’re willing to get your hands a little dirty, there is so much food out there, ready to be grabbed! Morel mushrooms may be one of the most well-known, but they can be…
Rendering Your Own Beeswax- it’s Easy!
Rendering your own beeswax is easier than you might think! There are expensive gadgets out there that can help the process, but with a little patience, you can do it yourself without spending any extra money! Rendering Your Own Beeswax After processing your honey frames, you will be left with all the cappings. I would…
Fast and Easy Ramp Pesto Recipe
Ramps (wild leeks) are delicious, but did you know the flavor in the leaves is just as strong as the bulbs? They make for an excellent pesto! So, after you’ve foraged for ramps, read on for a great ramp pesto recipe! Quick, Easy, Delicious Ramp Pesto This ramp pesto recipe only takes about 10 minutes…