Bee Nutrition Courses and Certifications

The Bush Bee Man

The Pollen Feeding Hack - Essential Nutrition Strategies for Bee Colonies

Discover practical techniques for supplementing bee colonies with protein-rich feed during pollen shortages, including DIY feeder construction and effective feeding methods for maintaining healthy, productive hives.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

5 Reasons Why Your Bees Are Not Progressing and How to Fix Them

Discover the key factors hindering bee colony growth and learn practical solutions to overcome common challenges in beekeeping, ensuring stronger and more productive hives.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

Beekeeping: How to Feed Bees Before Winter

Master essential techniques for feeding honey bees during fall to ensure colony survival through winter, focusing on proper nutrition timing and methods that promote winter-ready bee populations.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

Beekeeping - How Long to Feed Your Bees

Learn essential guidelines for feeding new bee colonies and discover optimal timing strategies to ensure healthy hive development and colony strength.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

How to Feed Bees in Spring - A Beekeeper's Guide

Discover essential spring beekeeping techniques for optimal colony health through proper feeding methods and timing to strengthen your hive's performance.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beekeeping Made Simple

Feeding Bees Through the Seasons - A Complete Guide from Spring to Winter

Master comprehensive bee feeding techniques across all seasons, including syrup and pollen feeding methods, proper timing, and essential recipes for maintaining healthy colonies throughout the year.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

Beekeeping - What, When and How to Feed Your Bees - Don't Do It the Wrong Way!

Master essential fall bee feeding techniques to ensure your hive's winter survival and avoid common mistakes that could harm your colony.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BeeFit Beekeeping

What Happens When Bees Run Out of Food and Mites Take Over - Beekeeping Crisis Management

Discover the harsh realities of colony starvation and varroa mite infestations, plus learn essential feeding and treatment strategies to save struggling hives before winter.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

Beekeeping - The Truth About 1:1 vs 2:1 for Fall Feeding

Discover the truth about 1:1 vs 2:1 sugar syrup ratios for fall bee feeding with expert guidance on proper autumn hive preparation and winter survival strategies.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BeeFit Beekeeping

Spring Feeding Strategy for 300+ Beehives - Beekeeping 101

Discover the spring feeding strategy for managing 300+ beehives, including practical techniques and insights for successful beekeeping during this critical season.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BeeFit Beekeeping

The Secret Way Farmers Are Saving the Bees - How Regenerative Farming Practices Support Pollinator Health

Discover how farmers are revolutionizing bee conservation through no-till farming, cover crops, and soil regeneration practices that restore pollinator habitats and nutrition.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

Do Honey Bees Benefit From Fall Golden Rod Flow in Beekeeping

Discover how honey bees utilize fall goldenrod nectar flows for hive sustainability and frame development, with practical insights for maintaining healthy colonies during autumn's declining resources.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

David Burns

Beekeeping Tips - Feeding Bees During a Dearth

Master essential techniques for feeding bees during resource scarcity periods, ensuring colony survival through proper nutrition and winter preparation methods.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BeeFit Beekeeping

Types of Sugar for Winter Bee Feeding - A Beekeeping Guide

Discover essential guidelines for selecting the right sugar types and implementing effective winter feeding strategies to maintain healthy bee colonies during cold months.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BeeFit Beekeeping

Should I Add Pollen to My Hives? - Beekeeping 101

Discover the pros and cons of using dry pollen versus pollen patties in beehives during spring buildup, with practical tips for optimal colony health and management in northern climates.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video