Good day!
I am new to permaculture and learning / planning a retirement situation. I think bees should be integral to my plan for nut trees, fruit trees, berry bushes, etc. Also, honey is great.
Any recommendations on my first few questions?
1. Reading material to get started with bees?
2. How many hives per acre? (I understand what I plant on that acreage makes a difference. Just looking for a starting point.)
3. Do I want honey bees only, or is there advantage to different types?
4. Are the commercially available hive kits on Amazon a decent place to start?
5. I am looking at Zone 8. Should I berm the hives or otherwise insulate them to protect the bees during winter?
Probably seems random, but those are the things that sprang to mind. I appreciate any responses. Have a great day!
R
David
