The quintessential book for learning how to breed queens, by renowned author and professional breeder Gilles Fert. Full-color printed format.

This well-known book teaches us the different ways, from the most technical to the simplest for amateurs, of how to rear queens with the aim of frequently replacing the queens in hives. This work addresses each of the stages of breeding: selection of the race, the material, the different methods, the introduction and use of queens, marketing, the production of royal jelly... And also complementary aspects such as the rearing of drones or the production of bee packages.

There are many beekeepers who have developed a genuine and passionate vocation for the world of breeding and selecting queen bees.

About the author Gilles Fert is one of the most renowned beekeepers in the world. Born in France, he has been breeding and selecting queens in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques area for 30 years. A consultant and trainer, he has developed and guided numerous projects for the selection and conservation of races on all continents.