Wise Traditions 520: Natural Beekeeping, The Best Honey, And How To Help Bees With Nathalie B.
May 28, 2025
Nathalie B, the creator of Bee Mindful, blends her passion for beekeeping with sustainability. She discusses the critical role bees play in our ecosystem and clarifies the differences between natural and conventional beekeeping. Listeners will learn about the healing properties of raw honey, often called 'liquid sunshine,' and how to source the best varieties. Nathalie also shares practical tips for starting your own backyard apiary and highlights the importance of mindful gardening to support bee populations.
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Bees Don't Read Books
- Bees don't always follow what beekeeping books say they should do. - Sometimes colonies have two queens coexisting, which surprises many beekeepers.
Monoculture Stresses Bees
- Monoculture farming requires transporting bees to pollinate large areas. - This stresses bees and exposes them to pesticides, causing health problems.
Choose Natural Hives and Bees
- Choose non-commercial horizontal or top bar hives for natural, bee-friendly keeping. - Ask beekeepers if they treat bees and with what, to assess bee health and treatment dependency.
