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Dive Into Honey for National Honey Month: The Fascinating History of Honey Bees
September is National Honey Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate honey, and the remarkable pollinators, plants, ecosystems, and people connected to every jar.
Jamie Chan
Sep 84 min read


City Bees, Big Impact: Meet Planet Bee’s San Francisco’s Beekeeper
Urban beekeeping isn’t just about honey—it’s about resilience, education, and reimagining our cities as thriving ecosystems. In San...
Jamie Chan
Jul 21, 20254 min read


Long Live the Queens: Celebrating the Power of the Bee Matriarchs!
The female bee is the backbone of both hives and nests, shaping the survival of future generations.
Jamie Chan
Mar 5, 20251 min read


Introducing Dr. Charles Henry Turner
Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia. Entomological Section This Black History Month, bring the story of Dr. Charles Henry Turner...
Jamie Chan
Jan 29, 20251 min read


Bee Architecture: How Apis Mellifera (Honey Bees) Build Their Hives
At the heart of every hive is the honeycomb, a structure made up of hexagonal cells that serve multiple purposes.
Jamie Chan
Aug 8, 20244 min read


The Waggle Dance, Apis Mellifera's (Honey Bee's!) High-Tech Navigation System
The waggle or round dance of honey bees consists of a series of movements that form a figure-eight pattern.
Jamie Chan
Aug 8, 20244 min read


The Essential Jobs of the Worker Honey Bee (Otherwise know as Apis Mellifera)
Let’s delve into the different jobs of a worker bee and how each contributes to the hive's intricate social structure.
Jamie Chan
Aug 8, 20244 min read


Smart Beehives: Revolutionizing Beekeeping Practices
Smart beehives represent a leap forward in hive management, sensor technology, the Internet of Things (IoT), and data analytics.
Jamie Chan
Jul 16, 20243 min read


Evolution of Beehives: A Journey Through Time
Beekeeping, an ancient practice dating back thousands of years, has seen remarkable developments in the design and construction of beehives.
Jamie Chan
Jul 16, 20243 min read


The History of Beekeeping in America: Apis Mellifera Comes to the States!
Beekeeping, or apiculture, has deep roots in American history, intertwining with agriculture, culture, and the environment.
Jamie Chan
Jul 16, 20242 min read


Looking Back on 2022: Another un-BEE-lievable Year in Review!
In 2022, we continued to provide environmental education to schools and nonprofits for free!
Jamie Chan
Dec 17, 20226 min read


The Progression of the Hive: Middle Ages to the Industrial Revolution
Welcome back to another installment of “The Progression of the Hive!” This week, we will be delving into the building of beehives in the...
Jamie Chan
Mar 10, 20222 min read


The Progression of the Hive: Ancient Times
Beehives have been around for millenia, protecting bee colonies from the weather and other natural adversities.
Jamie Chan
Mar 10, 20222 min read
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