Australian Stingless Bees by John Klumpp (large item shipping applies)

Australian Stingless Bees by John Klumpp is a valuable handbook for anyone interested in keeping our native honeybees. These tiny native bees, fascinating for young and old, can be kept safely and easily throughout warm areas of Australia.

Written from the viewpoint of the native bee enthusiast, this detailed, easy-to-read book guides you through all aspects of the hobby – from understanding the inner workings of your nest to caring for your own stingless bee colony. It covers the basic beekeeping techniques used in Australia today, but also features John Klumpp’s own unique designs for hives and hive accessories.

• Explore the behaviour, castes and life cycle of stingless bees;
• Learn how to find or buy a nest, transfer it into a box, and propagate it by the splitting or the eduction methods;
• Find out about all the hazards that might affect your hive; and
• Discover how to build a native bee friendly garden.

Beginners will enjoy John Klumpp’s light-hearted and informal style, with its hearty dash of good Aussie humour. Yet this book is factual and informative enough to expand the knowledge of even experienced beekeepers.

John Klumpp is one of Australia’s most creative and talented stingless bee keepers. His innovative designs have added a whole new dimension to the beekeeping techniques used in Australia’s stingless bee industry.

This booklet can be picked up at the meetings with no charge. Large item shipping applies to this product.