Beekeeping from day 1 to 2 years - WHOLE process from beginner beekeeper to my record honey harvest

This is the whole beekeeping journey so far. I became a beekeeper 2 years ago and it's been the most rewarding project ever. There's a lot of work involved when you're a beekeeper but the feeling of harvesting a load of honey can't be beaten! Enjoy binge watching some beekeeping...
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[@just_alex]

To the regulars of this channel... this is a combination of all the beekeeping episodes put together so if you think you've seen them before that's because you have! I just wanted to upload them all together so people can binge watch some beekeeping! Enjoy if you haven't seen this before and for the people who want to see a new video... I have a brand new one coming in a few days!

[@-zorbster6747]

excited for the new vid! Have a great fall always love watching your homesteading to relax.

[@shirleyhockey972]

Thanks can't wait for the new video

[@Nemanthaheshara]

Thank you alex your videos somehow disappear my anxiety ❤ im 20 years old guy who love to watch and do the things you do Forging mushrooms and living alone in the wild etc. Much love from sri lanka 🇱🇰

[@phillkirby]

Your awesome alex along with your content ❤👍

[@kayetaylor5551]

Hey bonny lad 😁your mother and father must be so proud of yourself and your brother🥰if I had had kids I would have wished them to be just like you two...by the way I want to moan that I didn't get to see much of your father's orchid...I was so mad at you!!!! Can I make a request...PLEASE CAN YOU SHOW US SOME OF YOUR FATHERS GARDEN WORK...PLEASE!!!!

[@dominikrakous6921]

The fact that you end up saying: Don't buy my honey and support your local beekeepers.... You are an amazing, selfless person 🐝

[@emcsquare62]

My father was a bee keeper in the east coast of the U.S. He had 133 hives. I was heavily involved as it was not a one-man project. What you're doing is awesome. Very well prepared and planned! Happy bee farming!

[@Prowls5432]

133?!

[@cakelady62]

@@Prowls5432133 HIVES IS IMPRESSIVE! I AM AMAZED BY THE LIFE OF BEES. PEOPLE DON’T UNDERSTAND HOW IMPORTANT THEY ARE TO NOT ONLY THE OBVIOUS REASONS (MAKING HONEY AND POLLENATING FLOWERS TO KEEP TREES ALIVE AND PLANT LIFE GOING) BUT THEIR HONEY ALSO IS USED TO HEAL WOUNDS IN PEOPLE AND ANIMALS TOO. ALSO HELPS HEAL BURN VICTIMS WHEN PHARMACEUTICALS AREN’T AN OPTION. WITHOUT THESE AMAZING BEES, WE WOULDN’T HAVE POLISHES FOR OUR FURNITURE, CANDLES TO HELP SOOTHE OUR SOULS OR EVEN HELP CELEBRATE OUR FESTIVITIES. OR GIVE US SOME AMAZING FLOWERS THAT WE USE TO GIVE TO LOVED ONES, OR ENJOY IN OUR OWN GARDENS. AND OF COURSE WE COULDN’T HAVE HARVESTS SO BOUNTIFUL WITHOUT THEM!! SO FOR ALL OF YOU WHO PUT TIME, MONEY, HARD WORK AND LOVE INTO SAVING THESE PRECIOUS BEES, THANK YOU 🙏 ❤ THE WORLD THANKS YOU ALL!

[@ajaxmichael]

@@Prowls5432 That are rookie numbers. I have 1333 hives!

[@ItsNanaImHere]

​​@@ajaxmichaeldo you Sell Honey?

[@pkthtguy587]

This might get lost,But your videos on bee keeping finally pushed me to get bee's ,After over 10 years of wanting them and being worried about them,I'm now have two hive and honestly never been happier ,Thank you very much for giving me the information and excitement to get them

[@Crazychickenlady448]

I do not have bees yet, but they are in my 5-year plan. Alex has made it a lot less intimidating.

[@pkthtguy587]

@@Crazychickenlady448 I love that you have a five year plan :)

[@gideonhealim2494]

Alex, you have a persona that is so genuine, which is a pleasure to watch. thank you!

[@GarryWilsonable]

You are a fine man, Alex! Hug your mum and dad because they trained you well! Caring, curious, intelligent, fun, talented! I'm a beekeeper too, so it was especially fun to watch. God bless you and your adventures!!! Garry

[@jaynedavis3388]

A reason that most people use wax foundation instead of the plastic inserts is because it takes 7 to 8 ponds of honey to make 1 pound of wax. If your bees make less wax, you get more honey

[@lindafarnsworth7302]

Just saw this video. You have really impressed my husband and myself. Your ambition is very encouraging to us. We hope this encourages more young adults to find their own ambition! Good on ya!

[@H.R.H-Amina_Bin_Shafiq-SHAKTI]

It seems like you're just doing everything! Gardening, bee keeping, fishing! I LOVE IT! Its so beautiful where you live and it seems so PEACEFUL! I love watching you and your father working together.

[@chloeinthecities]

Watching a two hour movie in theaters X Watching a two hour just alex video√

[@andrewlucky772]

Yeah😊😊😊😊😊

[@kelza83]

You definitely learn more here. And less sniffing and chomping on popcorn and slurping 😖😫

[@user-zv3lj1ef7l]

unfortunately, the kitchen counter is not to be stepped on with his dirty socks while processing products he sells to others. I hope he can edit that part out soon. But its too late already, the cat is out of the bag. The boy needs to be taught about the sanctity of the kitchen space. It's not a place to build bee boxes, sit on or step on the counters and other crap while using it as a place to prepare food.

[@paulawagner6058]

​@@user-zv3lj1ef7l 32:12 Mom and Dad may require Alex to remove the shoes.

[@willcookmakeup]

The energy you and your dad have is hysterical lol. Its like awkward best friends vibe and I'm so here for it. Thank you for taking us on this journey the last two years. It has been so fun to watch and once I have land I'm definitely going to be starting my own hive

[@detweelingpaarden1829]

I know, I have seen this but this kind of films are the ones I like. And no one other can make this kind of film. Thank you Alex, for these wonderfull films that you make. You inspire me so much, thank you.

[@weirhauch1002]

One of the best and most realistic video I ' ve ever watched .We learnt much about beekeeping and along with the characteristic of being patient .Thank you

[@user-vx4gg2vv3q]

Hey Alex, your business did'nt make a loss. You are adding value to our lives by showing us how we are supposed to live. The profit of your project is in the passion you share, for life, for your bees, life is about the little things you have just reminded me of that. Not everything that counts can be counted. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@shropshireladoutdoors743]

I thought 2 hours that's long but it just wasn't long enough great content love your channel and the diversity of the things you do keep it up thanks Alex 👍

[@shropshireladoutdoors743]

@BrrrrrrtgoestheA10 you didn't read the intro it says it's a compilation of all his bee keeping

[@miguel_aquatico]

This video has just made me so happy. I think growing up with my grandpa's and great grandpa's vegetable garden just made me appreciate the process of taking care of these things, because you get so much joy in the end when you harvest. Whether is it picking up potatoes, peeling pea pods, or collecting honey, it makes the entire journey worth it! It's something I'm trying to pass on to my little cousins.

[@LaserTopBrka]

I'm so glad to see how far you went since day one, keep up good work and keep the bees happy! 🐝🐝🐝

[@Unislash]

Alex, thanks again for inspiring me to take up beekeeping! I wasn't expecting to keep any honey this first year, but to my surprise I now have a 5 gallon bucket full of honey sitting in my garage, and today I just put a 100% full super on each hive for the winter and closed the hives up until spring. It's been a really rewarding hobby for me this last year, and I have you to thank. Maybe my new winter hobby will be microgreens 😀 Best of luck taking the bees on a road trip!

[@DC-um7lr]

We've watched the whole 2 hours and it made me so happy watching people finally buy the honey. Love your contents so much! Watching your videos everyday.

[@Alexander361cmongimmieahandle]

Thank you so much Alex. Firstly, it's good quality and entertaining content. Secondly, I'm becoming more and more interested in bees and potentially keeping bees, and watching someone at a beginner stage go through the learning process first, documenting the journey, teaching and providing updates, as openly and honestly as you have has been incredibly useful. Thank you again.

[@Richi0h]

Your content is so relaxing man, such a good dude.

[@LeisyBee1]

Lots of hard work Alex, Well done! Also loved how you encourage all the viewers to support their local beekeepers.

[@bubbay.1610]

Alex, Many of your viewers including my humble self, Are in favor, enjoy, and appreciate your sharing, As a New York City dweller we had no idea exactly how much work goes into gathering honey., Combating pest mite control by building your bee hive frames, It appears that you're working hard like the bees. Here's Wishing You and your extended Bee family. Happiness, Good Health , Continued Success, Thanks again for sharing.

[@LimeDragon866]

I might have watched the one year video and all the videos inbetween, but this is always relaxing so i will watch this too

[@schecheslife4969]

Hi! I’m in West Palm Beach Florida. You were my entertainment after a long day of work what beautiful work you’re doing. You put a big smile in my face. I’m Haitian, a mom and a nurse. God bless you continue your great work and love for God’s gift to us humans to enjoy nature ❤ this video I watch the whole thing it was so entertaining I look forward to see how you move the bees.

[@bradfarmer3190]

My man is a MAKER not a TAKER. Great video. Great spirit. Great guy. Cheers from Alberta, Canada.

[@son_60han]

Thank you for the hardwork for the bees. May they continue to make the world a better place

[@mykalmcb]

Alex well done. I have been following your beekeeping from the beginning. I really like this summary video. Thanks for all your hard work in putting this together.

[@Piglife101]

This episode felt like I’d been watching for 15 mins! Love the bee episodes ❤

[@nigelbelmont5757]

Hi Alex, I love Bees and love what you have done, and that you have also grown your own foods as well. I hope the garden where you are moving to has a large garden for you to grow plenty of vegetables and salad plants as well, and plenty of flower varieties for your Bees to get pollen from (Dont forget a greenhouse as well). You make me happy making these video's of your progress doing all this stuff and I hope it inspires a lot of younger people to become more self reliable and grow their own foods. I look forward to watching your video's and look forward to see what you are gonna do next. I hope your move to Bristol goes smoothly for you and look forward to your next video. Take care & Good luck.

[@julianafriedrichsen]

It’s so hard to highlight the best moments of your videos. Everything is just so interesting! I particularly like your curiosity along the way and the passion when you see the final outcome of your experiments. Besides, you’re doing an incredible educational work here, ecology, research methods, citizen science, sustainability..and the list goes on. Congrats for such hard and inspiring work 💚

[@ringerheringa3052]

Absolutely amazing video! Loved every second of it. You are such a wonderful story teller. All the work that went into the making of this documentary is unbelievable. Thanks so much, Alex!

[@bumpkin7171]

It is such a blessing to work solo with no stiff manager bossing us around.

[@dulcecelestepalacios5194]

That is a LOT of honey, congrats!

[@lisaposin2866]

Alex, you are such a nice man. You’re so much fun to watch and I’ve learned so much. I now have so much respect for beekeepers and the hard work they put in to bring us their bee’s wonderful honey. Good luck with your move.

[@andybiggs4179]

Alex i dont think you realise how truly talented you are! Followed you and your brother from the early days. And now to see what a huge success your new channel is having is amazing!! Everytime i watch one of your vids i always think you could so easilly have your own tv show. There is only a small selection of vids or tv shows that i truly enjoy and seem to chill me out and cheer me up . And yours is one of them . Sincerely thank you mate 👍💜 keep up the great work 🐝🐝🍯🍯

[@batool4598]

2 hours of bee keeping 😵😵😵❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@wtfs7265]

[@stonuk]

I can't believe I've just sat here and watched a 2-hour Video on Beekeeping. Enjoyed every minute!

[@GetGood_1023]

YEAH NEW JUST ALEX VIDEOOOOOOOOO

[@lockguy2652]

I am simply stunned and blown away at your dedication and results. I don't believe i have the patience to undertake something like this. Just incredible! Great job!

[@TlagarhaniCentral]

Hello I want to say thank you for being such a great KZbinr. You inspired me to start beekeeping and you are the most down to earth creator, and the most truthful creator. You are really nice and you outmatch all other creators thank you for being such a great KZbinr over the years.

[@renao_]

one of my favorite channels on youtube, thank you for 2h of beekeping!

[@puppetville-bethobrien4139]

I've enjoyed watching your gardening and now your beekeeping videos I watch and listen to them throughout the seasons listen to them but one thing I like is your earnestness and how really great your dad and mum are, your brother seems cool too

[@charming0077]

I've been watching his videos without forwarding and bro you got a pure honest honey soul... thank you from Canada

[@michelec152]

Excellent job, Alex! I find your videos interesting, informative and calming. I like to let them play in the evening while I'm working on another project. I know it is hard work to film everything you do and then edit it into such nice videos. Thank you!

[@angtxsun4460]

Thank you Alex for sharing your journey and learning with us, fascinating!

[@thomasblockley7263]

While I have seen most of these clips already I did enjoy watching them all as one video. Great content.

[@rajeshrajangam2005]

Bro I am a big fan of beekeeping with you, my favorite beekeeper, I am a Tamilian and one day I will meet you❤❤❤❤

[@sammyskinner6151]

well done Alex! I've been looking forward to seeing how much honey you have made over the summer and wow it truly is amazing! I'm so excited for the next season of honey 🐝

[@rickyjessome4359]

I've watched all of your bee keeping videos and really enjoyed them all! This video will bee great to refresh the memory. Cheers

[@StCausesARuckus]

First time bee keeper here. I got into it because of you 😂 For all the studying and video watching I've do ne over several months, I realize, now that I have bees, that I don't know what I'm doing. But man, it's exciting

[@SmoreHearts]

Love how supportive and involved your dad is with your projects. 💜

[@NkwaiEsrahRamasehla]

I enjoyed watching your video! You made beekeeping look simple. I love❤ the easy way you explain and express your story! The cherry on top is your candles! I’m in Pretoria South Africa !

[@abdoulouhichi1620]

it was really worth watching .. 2 hours was never a waste of time thanks dude

[@Edelbiest]

Dear Alex, i realy love your videos and have been watching them for almost two years. If i may i would like to give you a piece of advise for your bee stands. I suggest you coat the legs in tar or in a water-protecting lacquer. The legs of those stands are unprotected and rot may be a problem in the future. With kind regard. Glen

[@Dustinlove102]

16:26 ✨🐸✨ 21:53 💕💕💕 one of my absolute favorite parts is at the end when you show a lot of the people you've met from this. Such a lovely community 💛

[@dchhappy6252]

Just watched the whole 2hrs, wasn't boringg not even a minute! Great job!!! I loved it!! 🎉🎉🎉❤❤

[@justinrobertsendoftheage]

ure lucky to have a good dad bro. i love your videos. like the way u just throw yourself into stuff, learn and do, learn and do.. much love and God Bless from Wales.

[@Sam_thegreat1]

Really enjoyed the full breakdown start to finish, keep doing what you Love!!!

[@WeeLuna]

Thank you for making such a deep and informative video. I've seen all the other vidoes, but it was nice with a full summarize! Stay strong and all the best to you.

[@kesangnamgyal2892]

I love your enthusiasm about bee keeping and finding it rather contagious! I am equally thrilled to see your father's orchid collection and reminds me of my late Dad who loved his orchids and growing up in Sikkim, somehow I knew no other plants as such other than orchids! Thank you for sharing your fun adventures in the garden!

[@chriscreation79]

Thank you very much for sharing, thank you for being a beekeeper because that helps the environment and that helps all the beautiful flowers to grow and all are beautiful fruits and vegetables to grow to as well it's a great contribution to our livelihood. 💯😄

[@jackalhdz]

This video was amazing. Had a big smile at the end of the video

[@chrisstaniforth5629]

Loved the video, glad you're well and staying with us!!

[@TomLap-qd6xc]

I love your channel, we get to explore with you. I can't believe how much your channel has grown.

[@Lynn-sz9gp]

Good job Alex. Proud of you. I'm looking forward to what you do next. Your video's are amazing. Love them. From California.

[@GloveMaster02]

This year my first year keeping bees April 2024. I got 25 stingless bee hives back in Borneo. The honey is tastes sweet and sour. Thank you for sharing your video.

[@pinkhorticulturist]

I just stumbled across your channel, and have loved every moment of the video! The part about making more queen bees was very interesting. Thank you for taking the time to share your passion with the world!

[@AmyFelton]

Hi Alex. I'm just starting my beekeeping life but I have made candles from local bees wax here in Suffolk. You should try the dipped candle method. It's so much more of an artisan method and one which has been used for hundreds of years! It's so easy and you'll get more candles per the amount of wax! Love your channel, you've been the final push I needed to dive in. Seeing how hesitant you were to how quickly you became confident in handling the frames has given me that confidence. You explain things in such an easy and positive manner. I'm seriously very impressed! I'm 47 and you inspired me! Ps. Tell your parents they have a very beautiful garden! And I'm also a huge fan of orchids tho I only have 3 house orchids so far! ❤

[@keithsteele5580]

Alex, Keith here from Toongabbie Australia, I'm quite impressed, with your progress into becoming an aparist, we will leave our industry,in good hands, your well on your way with 🐝🐝🐝, yes I'll follow your progress 😊, we have just joined the world, with varroa incursion, the last continent, to join the world with managing varroa destructor. So I can learn something from you also. Bring an elderly bee keep, I was your age ,when I lit my first smoker, good beekeeping Alex, cheers Keith 😊.

[@lauvasquez7198]

Thanks for putting this all in one. That way I didn’t have to keep searching for every video. I never gave honey a single thought other than “yummy honey” and this video was amazing to watch the process

[@ShadowGingerdapple]

I loved seeing the community affect at the end of the video! The sweet little gifts and trade really show what a community can create together!

[@josephtyus6406]

Have been thinking of exploring bee keeping. Love bees and what they do for the world. My grand father kept bees, so I kind of feel like I should try my hand at it. Your videos are so inspirational. Not just for bee keeping, but also for how refreshing your outlook on life is, as well as your relationship with your family. Truly wishing you the best, from Texas. Cheers mate.

[@mountainchild97]

From beekeeping novice to honey-harvesting hero, this journey is sweeter than any hive could produce! 🐝

[@vanessavanderkramer6588]

Hi Alex, despite having seen these episodes I’m really enjoying seeing it in one long vlog. It’s amazing how much I’m learning seeing it again. I’m no bee keeper but definitely a honey fan. I use honey on toast or bread but also in place of sugar in most things like making bread. I only buy quality honey as I love trying the various tastes. I do love acacia honey as it’s light, and great in most things but I also love woodland and heather honey which is about as dark as it gets and makes beautiful soft gingerbread. I also loved your Austrian episodes as I used to live there and so love that country. Keep vlogging!

[@yesenia.bocanegra]

Brilliant video! Just came across your video not even looking for a bee video. Great storytelling and camera work!

[@khokaabdullah906]

It was so amazing to see the journey,while watching the video it was like i was experiencing bee keeping. Best wishes. 🐝🐝🐝🐝

[@samanthakendall9447]

I’ve been considering bee’s for the last couple of years because I’ve always found them interesting and grow many types of fruit trees on my property. I just never knew how to start, watching your bee experience I took your advice and reached out to my local bee association. I’m starting Bee school next month and am hoping to start my own hive this spring! Honestly if I hadn’t watched you I might not have ever started. Keep doing what your doing!

[@moncho99able]

Good luck as you move to a new place and start a new journey! Super excited for you and your bees!!

[@rissashort]

Alex Bee Diary series yaayy!!!

[@andrewfall7804]

Thank you Alex! It's always a pleasure to watch your videos!)

[@mamahneng8339]

Rajin, ulet, sabar usahanya 👍 Semoga tambah sukses yaa Alex. Aamiin

[@Migh7yb00sh]

You have given me the confidence for a different venture, I will be getting bees this summer! I’m on 10 acres in rural America.. thanks for the inspiration!

[@retard_activated]

I love how delicate you are with your bees! I cringe when watching other beehivers just manhandle them but you're so kind to yours it's nice to see. :)

[@paulawagner6058]

Entertainment value... priceless.

[@Scotty0000]

Did I just watch this all even though I watched it before? Yes. The best. Thanks Alex.

[@joaomichel7666]

This was amazing. I have a 100 hectare farm and I will start doing this next spring

[@karissirak]

Hello from Cottonwood, Arizona. I loved learning from your video! I have always wondered how bee keepers took care of the bees and you answered so many questions. Keep making videos.

[@OrganicMommaGA]

I loved this recap of videos over the last 2 years! I am likewise a budding prospective beekeeper and hope to trap my first hive of wild bees in the Spring. Had hoped to get it done this year, but time and weather were not on my side - but now I have almost all the infastructure in place and ready for Springtime. Hoping the wild hive I've had my eyes on makes it through winter and stays put until I can get them moved into my hive. 🐝

[@tiffcat1100]

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[@ikeizer3678]

dank je voor deze film was/is heel erg leerzaam wist niet dat er zo veel werk gepaard ging van de kant of the bee and yours nog maals dank om dit met ons te delen en heel veel plezier de komen de jaren gr uit nederland

[@user-th7vl4zo8u]

Dear Alex this is MaRitz from Brooklyn NY USA You're so totally awesome! God bless you, & many more blessings. I really hope my children can bump or meet you! My son is looking forward to visiting England. I'm a mom of two Boy and girl. My daughter is close to your age my son by ten years.... I truly admire your Gardening and Honey Videos, the best binge watching since recovering from the flu. I love your transparency, and sincere way you come across to your audience & I'm sure you have a great audience from the help and kindness from people beyond... I also love Gardening and would love to Do some Bee Keeping Hopefully very soon!..*You've got talent Alex & Stay Amazing😃

[@SmaRiss1]

Keep up the hard work. High respect for you, helping the Nature out for the beautiful price of amazing honey. ♥ Always support your local producers.

[@lorilovesscience4]

So informative and a wonderful feeling of life's rhythm. Thank you.

[@TransdermalCelebrate]

As a gardener I’ll always be excited 😄😄

[@EmekaBeesness]

Thanks Alex.. I've been following your journey and you inspired me to set up my apiary working with Africanized bees in Tanzanian. Today I've got 15 colonies over the course of 7 months ( through catching swarms and bee removals). You are a teacher and a mentor.. Big congrats and looking forward to more your amazing contents. Shoutout to your Dad..

[@peternufc1981]

What a journey love things like this

[@Fabermain]

I ont even have bees and i come here for your bee an garden content. absolutely love that you go on trips too!

[@daveylocker8]

I’ve just gotten on a waiting list for my first “nuke” hive, and I’m the first name on their list for the year In Bosque Farms, NM. I guess November is when they start the wait list for the year. Alex you are an inspiration to me as I’ve watched your channel over the past year or so. Thank you buddy! There is so much to glean from this episode 😮. This is like a 2 hour class on bee keeping for a newbie.

[@edwardlover8175]

I just viewed your video and I am impressed. Being a beginner beekeeper is challenging. However, you have managed to capture a variety of methods of beekeeping within your few years. I especially like the lab specimen to find out varietals. Most veterans haven't used that definitive method. Good work and thank you for your content. I'm subscribed!