How to Make Bee Venom Soap with The Bush Bee Man
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How to Make Bee Venom Soap with The Bush Bee Man

This time, we're veering slightly off the path of honey and beeswax and diving into the world of soap-making. Yes, you heard that right, we're going to make soap, and not just any soap — Bee Venom Soap. No, we're not melting down any ducks, especially not our award-winning father duck, Speedy. Speedy's off-limits, but we will be using some duck fat. Don't worry; Speedy's perfectly safe and enjoying the garden.

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Innovations at Whale Labs: Bee Venom Harvesting
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Innovations at Whale Labs: Bee Venom Harvesting

You're in for some sweet, sticky knowledge about the latest buzz in town: Whale Labs. Nestled on the Gold Coast, this hive of activity has been cooking up some un-bee-lievable inventions with our favourite black and yellow buddies. And what's their latest concoction, you ask? A bee venom harvester. Yep, you read that right. It's not your everyday gadget, but it's causing quite the buzz!

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A Nutty Adventure in Almond Harvesting
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A Nutty Adventure in Almond Harvesting

G'day, you almond-lovin' nut fanatics! It's me, The Bush Bee Man, and today I'm taking you on a wild, dusty, and nut-crackin' adventure through the world of almond harvesting. So, put on your boots, bring your sense of humour, and let's explore the secrets of the almond harvest together.

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New Range of Products!
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New Range of Products!

If you're a fan of rock and roll dancing or working your bees, you might be interested in The Bush Bee Man 950ml Insulated Water Bottle.

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How to Extract Honey From Honeycomb
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How to Extract Honey From Honeycomb

Let's buzz right in and make this honey extraction process sweeter than honey itself!

First things first, it's important to remember that honey bees work hard to create the delicious golden nectar that we all love so much. So, we need to respect their hard work and make sure we handle the honeycomb with care.

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How to Split a Beehive
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How to Split a Beehive

When you split a beehive, you're essentially creating two smaller hives from one larger one. This is done in the spring when the hive is healthy and packed with bees, but there's a risk that they could swarm if they get too crowded. Splitting the hive not only helps to prevent swarming, but it also doubles the number of hives you own, which can be beneficial for your honey production and overall hive health.

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