The apiary set-up and design will be the foundation of success as a beekeeper. In this video, several key points are discussed, including direction of hives, water sources, windbreaks, shade availability, fencing, and forage. Two different apiary locations will be show, as pros and cons are discussed. Hosted by Lindsay Chichester, Extension Educator – Douglas County, Nevada, and Del Barber, Master Beekeeper and Douglas County Beekeeping mentor.

Chichester, L. & Barber, D. 2022, Beekeeping in Northern Nevada: Setting Up an Apiary, University of Nevada, Reno, Extension, YouTube

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