Beekeeping in harmony by Bartłomiej Maleta

Beekeeping in Harmony with Nature – Bartłomiej Maleta

The Evolutionary Solution to the Varroa Problem

Explore a different perspective on bee health, hive management and the long-term challenge of Varroa. In Beekeeping in Harmony with Nature, Polish beekeeper Bartłomiej Maleta examines how working with honey bees’ natural biology and evolutionary adaptations could help shape more sustainable beekeeping practices.

Written by a beekeeper for beekeepers, this illustrated, 394-page book brings together research and the author’s own apiary experience. Maleta presents his case for nature-based beekeeping, with a particular focus on developing Varroa-resistant honey bees and reducing reliance on chemical treatments. Translated into English by Stephen Martin, it offers a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in bee biology, natural hive management and alternative approaches to beekeeping.

The book’s six main chapters explore:

• Bee health

• Natural bee hives

• Beekeeping without foundation

• The author’s apiary

• Bees and people

• Beekeeping without toxic substances.northernbeebooks

A worthwhile addition to the bookshelf for beekeepers who want to explore the thinking behind nature-based management and the role of evolution in honey bee health.northernbeebooks

This book presents the author’s approach and international experience. It is not an Australian Varroa treatment guide or a substitute for applicable local biosecurity requirements.

Book details

• Author: Bartłomiej Maleta

• English translation: Stephen Martin

• Publisher: Northern Bee Books

• Edition: First English translation, 2025

• Format: Softback

• Pages: 394

• ISBN: 978-1-9192004-0-8