CSA Xpert

Following points should be considered while selecting an apiary site,

1. The apiary site should be rich in bee flora which may provide forage for most parts of the year and in addition there should be good density of honey flow sources near the apiary site. For collecting 20 kg of honey, one colony needs 100 blooming trees or 2-4 acres of blooming crop.

2. The apiary site should be easily accessible by road.

3. There should be availability of fresh running water near the apiary.

4. The apiary site should have natural or artificial wind breaks to protect the bees from strong/chilly winds.

5. The site should receive morning and afternoon sunshine. During summer provision of shade (either using artificial structures or using shade of the trees) should be made