This book will help beekeepers understand the fundamentals of beekeeping science. Written in
plain and accessible language by actual researchers it should be part of every beekeeper's
library. The respective chapters not only present raw data they also explain how to read and
understand the most common figures. With topics ranging from honeybee nutrition to strains of
Varroa resistant bees from the effects of pesticide chemicals to understanding diseases and
including a discussion of venom allergies the book provides essential knowhow that beekeepers
will benefit from every time they inspect their hives. Further each chapter ends with the
author explaining how beekeepers can (or cannot) directly utilize the information to enhance
their beekeeping operation. The text is structured to facilitate ease of use with each author
addressing the same four issues: 1) What are the specific purposes or goals of these
experiments? Or more simply: what have these studies taught us? 2) How should a non-scientist
read the data generated? 3) What are the key points in relation to practicing beekeepers'
goals? 4) How can the data or techniques discussed be applied by beekeepers in their own
apiaries? This approach allows readers to look up specific information quickly understand it
and even put it to use without having to read entire chapters. Further the chapters are highly
readable and concise. As such the book offers a valuable guide and faithful companion for all
beekeepers one they can use day in and day out.
