How to Harvest Honey! | Beekeeping with Maddie #12

The video tutorial covers the process of beekeeping, from preparing tools to harvesting and extracting honey. It begins with an introduction to the activity, followed by a detailed explanation of essential beekeeping tools like the smoker, brush, and hive tool. The video then demonstrates how to inspect beehives and select frames filled with honey. The process of harvesting honey is shown, including the use of a spinner to extract honey from the frames. Finally, the video explains how to filter and jar the honey for consumption.

What is the purpose of using a smoker in beekeeping?

• To clean the hive from impurities

• To add flavor to the honey

• To calm the bees by making them drowsy

• To attract more bees to the hive

What is the purpose of the gentle brush in beekeeping?

• To clean the hive

• To apply wax to the frames

• To gently remove bees from the frames

• To spread honey evenly

Why is it important to only take frames that are completely full of honey?

• To make the extraction process faster

• To ensure the bees have enough honey to complete their work

• To avoid disturbing the queen bee

• To prevent the hive from becoming too heavy

What is the main reason for leaving some honey in the hive?

• To ensure bees have enough food for winter

• To keep the hive balanced

• To prevent the hive from collapsing

• To make the honey taste better

What tool is used to spin the frames and extract honey?

• A spinner

• A grinder

• A mixer

• A blender

Why is a sieve used during the honey extraction process?

• To cool down the honey

• To add air to the honey

• To mix the honey thoroughly

• To remove wax bits from the honey

What is the final step in the honey extraction process?

• Bottling the honey

• Coloring the honey

• Heating the honey

• Adding preservatives