Raising Honeybee Queens
An Illustrated Guide to Success
Author: Gilles Fert
Publisher: Deep Snow Press, Ithaca NY, 2020
“Raise your own superior queens and you will never have to buy bees again! I was told this is the best queen-rearing book in the world, so I spent two years preparing the English edition, and it turned out awesome. I was able to triple the size of my apiaries in one season by following Fert’s invaluable guidance.” - Dr. Leo Sharashkin, Editor.
Detailed, easy to understand practical advice. Simple techniques clearly explained and illustrated. Multiple methods to choose from, whether you raise one queen or a thousand. Successful breeding, mating, and introduction. Multiply your honeybee colonies and overwinter them successfully in any climate. Make bee packages, and produce royal jelly.
Over 150 full-color photos, drawings, and diagrams. Internationally renowned author with over 30 years experience. Your beekeeping will never be the same after reading this book.