7 Clear Signs of a Failing Queen Bee and What to Do in 2026
Nigerian beekeepers face unique challenges when managing queen bee health. Understanding signs of a failing queen bee and what to do can save your entire hive. This guide covers everything…
Author: Peter Ezebube
Peter Ezebube is a Nigerian beekeeping educator and the founder of Vorbita Hive. With years of hands-on experience in tropical bee farming, he’s passionate about teaching practical, sustainable methods that work in Nigeria’s climate.Peter writes beginner-friendly guides, training content, and real farm stories to help new beekeepers build confidence and succeed. When he’s not inspecting hives, he’s mentoring others, sharing tips, and advocating for eco-friendly farming. Follow his work and learn more at Vorbita Hive.
Best Way to Protect Beehives from Termites During Dry Season
Protecting beehives from termites during dry season matters deeply. I’ve spent over ten years doing beekeeping workshops around Ogun State. Termites can silently destroy untreated hives. Yet the dry season…
Best Local Wood to Build a Long-Lasting Beehive in Nigeria (2026 Guides)
I still remember the day I watched my first beehive crumble to pieces. It was 2014, and I had just finished my third year of beekeeping in Eweje Village. The…
Best Location to Place a Beehive in a Nigerian Compound in 2026
Finding the best location to place a beehive in a Nigerian compound can make or break your beekeeping success. After ten years of helping farmers across Ogun State set up their first…
Simple Homemade Pollen Patty Recipe for Weak Bee Colonies in 2026
Have you noticed your bee colonies getting weaker each day? Are your bees producing less honey than before? A homemade pollen patty recipe for weak bee colonies might be exactly…
How Much Honey Can You Get From Your Langstroth Hive in Nigeria?
Getting the right honey yield from your Langstroth hive takes proper planning and understanding. Many new beekeepers in Nigeria ask me this same question every year at our training sessions….
Honey Processing Equipment Costs in Lagos: Smart Investment for Nigerian Beekeepers
Starting your honey processing business in Lagos requires careful planning and budgeting. The cost of honey processing equipment in Lagos varies significantly based on quality, capacity, and supplier location. Let…
How to Make Homemade Grease Patties for Pest Control | DIY Guide in 2026
Let me tell you something that changed my beekeeping game completely. Back in 2018, during the rainy season in Odeda, I watched helplessly as tracheal mites destroyed three of my…
How to Find and Buy Healthy Bee Colonies for Sale in Nigeria?
Starting your beekeeping venture in Nigeria begins with one crucial decision: finding and purchasing healthy bee colonies. After ten years of helping Nigerian beekeepers establish successful apiaries, I’ve learned that…
What Is Hygienic Behavior in Bees and Why It Matters for Colony Health
What is hygienic behavior in bees? It’s their natural cleaning system that protects entire colonies from disease and pests. Nigerian beekeepers face unique challenges with our tropical climate and growing…
