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Natural method of colony reproduction, which is carefully managed in organic apiculture to avoid loss of bees and maintain genetic diversity.

Allowing bees to construct cells of their own size preference, thought to help resist mites, and is a practice in line with organic beekeeping.

Preparing hives for winter in a manner that ensures bees can survive in a healthy state without synthetic inputs, such as using proper insulation and leaving enough honey.

A selective barrier inside the hive, preventing queen access to honey supers; used in a way that's non-restrictive in organic beekeeping.

Frames without pre-made wax foundation, which allows bees to build comb naturally, aligning with organic principles.

Ensuring bees have access to a variety of organic crops for pollination, which is key for both crop yield and bee nutrition in organic apiculture.

Natural replacement of an aging or failing queen by the colony, which is respected in organic practices rather than intervening with artificial queening.

Regular checks of the hive's health, looking for signs of disease or pests, which is done with minimal disturbance in organic beekeeping.

A type of hive that uses horizontal bars from which bees hang the comb, popular in natural beekeeping as it mimics bees' natural tendencies.

Controlling Varroa mite infestations without synthetic chemicals is a fundamental organic practice, often using mechanical, biological, or organic compounds.

The period when many flowers are blooming and nectar is abundant, organic beekeepers must be ready to provide ample space for storage.

Fermented pollen stored in the cells of a comb, which serves as a protein source for the colony; in organic beekeeping, it's important that the pollen is from organic sources.

Bee-produced resin used to seal and disinfect the hive, it's encouraged in organic beekeeping for its natural health benefits to the colony.

Organic beekeepers may provide bees with additional food sourced organically, especially during times of scarcity.

An apiary is where bees are kept; in organic beekeeping, natural materials and locations are preferred for hives.

Naturally raising new queens in the hive; organic beekeepers often let the bees do this naturally or use organic-approved methods.

Availability of organic, diverse, and pesticide-free plants is vital in organic beekeeping for the health of the bees.

Regularly cycling out old combs from the brood chamber to keep the hive environment clean and reduce disease, using natural wax in organic beekeeping.

An organic approach to pest control that combines different strategies for keeping pest populations within manageable levels without synthetic chemicals.