Gardening Australia

Hives For Health.

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🐝 Chrisman Box'll spent 22 years in the military before becoming a beekeeper and producing over 2 tons of honey each year.

🐝 He initially found interest in beekeeping while in school but pursued a military career before finally getting the chance to start his beekeeping journey.

🐝 Despite the initial regulations, he managed to keep more hives in other people's gardens before moving to a property where he currently has over 70 hives.

🐝 When opening a hive, he focuses on the health and condition of the hive, observing elements such as honey, pollen, and capped brood.

🐝 Chrisman's active role in beekeeping helps him stay present in the moment and provides a rewarding escape from the troubles of the world.

🐝 He produces mixed flora honeys, with different flavors and colors depending on the local flora, such as dark honey from banksia flowers.

🐝 Honey has medicinal qualities, including antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.

🐝 His advice to aspiring beekeepers is to get started, join a beekeeping society, and create a bee-friendly garden.

Timestamped Summary

00:36 The beekeeper, Chris Monckton, talks about how he got started in beekeeping after being inspired by his biology teacher in school.

01:17 Chris Monckton explains that he had to move to a property outside of Adelaide Hills because the regulations only allowed him to have two hives in his backyard, but he had 14 hives.

01:39 Chris Monckton reveals that he currently has over 70 hives, with 30 of them on his property and the rest spread across other properties.

02:22 Chris Monckton opens a hive and explains that he is looking for the general health and condition of the hive.

03:01 Chris Monckton points out the queen bee and explains her role in the hive.

03:32 Chris Monckton talks about his career in the army and how he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression after leaving the army.

04:41 Chris Monckton explains how beekeeping helps him focus and take his mind off his troubles.

05:06 Chris Monckton discusses the different types of honey he produces, including a dark honey from banksia trees and a lighter honey from local plants.

06:08 Chris Monckton offers a taste of his honey to the interviewer, who praises its flavor.

06:30 Chris Monckton explains the medicinal qualities of honey, such as being antibacterial and anti-inflammatory.

06:45 Chris Monckton gives advice to those interested in beekeeping, suggesting they take a beekeeping course, join a beekeeping society or club, and create a bee-friendly garden.

07:17 Video montage of Chris Monckton tending to his hives and enjoying the rewards of beekeeping.

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Q&A

How did Chrisman Boxall get started in beekeeping?

Chrisman Boxall got started in beekeeping after leaving the army and realizing he had an opportunity to pursue his interest in beekeeping.

How many hives does Chrisman Boxall have now?

Chrisman Boxall has a little over 70 hives, with about 30 on his property and the remainder on properties within an hour of his location.

What does Chrisman Boxall look for when he opens a hive?

Chrisman Boxall looks for the general health and condition of the hive, including honey, pollen, and capped brood (eggs developing into larvae).

What is the connection between beekeeping and Chrisman Boxall's military background?

Beekeeping allows Chrisman Boxall to focus his mind on the present moment and helps him find joy and reward in maintaining the hives, providing a sweet reward for his hard work.

What kind of honey does Chrisman Boxall produce?

Chrisman Boxall produces mixed flora honeys, but each honey has distinct influences depending on the flowering plants in the area, resulting in different colors and flavors.

What are the medicinal qualities of honey?

Honey has antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties if it is not overprocessed and overheated.

What advice does Chrisman Boxall give to someone interested in beekeeping?

Chrisman Boxall advises getting started, taking bee courses, joining beekeeping societies or clubs, and creating a bee-friendly garden to support both beekeeping and gardening activities.