As the growing your own food movement gains momentum, many people are considering keeping bees in their backyard. People who are entertaining this idea have questions about starting this endeavor. One ...

Use untreated wood, bark, and mulch to create shelter. Avoid chemicals and treated materials, which can harm pollinators. Layering mulch or leaves near plants helps keep the ground insulated for ...

Penn State’s Center for Pollinator Research has a new resource to help gardeners, beekeepers, and other bee-interested citizens keep track of how bees are doing in their neighborhood. Beescape is a ...

Thinking about going green in your backyard? With big trends and buzz words like sustainability, homesteading and “green” living making the rounds online, there can be confusion around the rules. From ...