Choosing the Right Hive: A Beginner’s Guide to Beekeeping Hive Types

Colorful beehives, including Langstroth and horizontal hives, sitting on raised platforms with rocks on top of the lids in a forest-edge apiary.

When new beekeepers are getting started, one of the most confusing and debated decisions is which hive type to use. There are several different designs on the market, and each comes with its own pros, cons, costs, and learning curves. While the Langstroth hive remains the most common in the United States, alternatives like the … Read more