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The manual provides practical instruction in apiculture, beginning with classification of bee species and description of colony members and bee products, then detailing suitable hives, tools, and methods for calming and handling bees. It advises on choosing apiary sites, selecting and moving stocks, and cultivating bee forage. Seasonal operations are covered, including spring manipulations, obtaining surplus honey and wax in extracted and comb forms, and rearing, introducing, and breeding queens. Guidance is given on swarm control, methods of artificial increase, wintering techniques, and diagnosis and management of common diseases and pests. Illustrations and step-by-step procedures support hands-on implementation.

Bulletin No. 1. New Series. (Third Edition.)

U. S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.

DIVISION OF ENTOMOLOGY.

THE HONEY BEE:
A MANUAL OF
INSTRUCTION IN APICULTURE

BY

FRANK BENTON, M. S.,

ASSISTANT ENTOMOLOGIST.

WASHINGTON:

GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE.

1899.