Mary O’Riordan: The art of beekeeping

Mary O’Riordan, who has a share in over 40 hives, begins a new series of columns introducing the art of beekeeping to our readers.

Beekeeping can be a full-time job, a sideline business or a hobby. There are thousands of hobby beekeepers in Ireland. It is a relatively inexpensive pastime that not only provides a sweet harvest each year, but keeps gardeners and farmers happy.

In a series of articles over the next few months, I will be encouraging you to join the growing brigade of beekeepers.