There are more than 400 varieties of olive trees, so there are more than 400 varieties of olives. Each variety has different fat yields, size, aromas and texture. Consequently, some varieties are more appropriate for the production of olive oil and others for the production of table olives. Olive varieties with higher fat yields are […]
The Mediterranean basin, the entire basin bordering the Mediterranean Sea, has unique climatic conditions. This is where an autochthonous flora, known as Mediterranean forest, develops. In Spain, this Mediterranean forest is found in the eastern and southern part of the peninsula. Likewise, this area between Africa and Europe is conditioned by its mild, wet winters […]
Irrigation is an agricultural practice that consists of pouring water on the crop. The purpose of this agricultural practice is to increase yields considerably and in many cases it makes crops viable in places where they would not be viable on their own. Examples of these are most of the orchards in Spain. In addition, […]
Fantastic selection of plants and trees for bees that can be found in Spain and other Mediterranean countries. This compilation, called here flowers for honey, provide very nutritious food for our bees. Furthermore, you can also plant them in your garden to help them. Also, thanks to them we have our fantastic raw hones that you have […]
Nowadays, nutritionists are now blaming people’s overweight on sugars. However, bee honey is a natural product made up mainly of fructose and glucose, two types of sugar. Furthermore, high quality honey contains nutrients, such as antioxidants, enzymes and minerals that provide us health benefits. While it’s true that you must pay attention to its calories, […]
The melipona bee, a native bee from Central America, produces melipona raw honey. A honey that is very scarce and sought after in Europe for different issues. Similarly, the melipona bee, as our melifera bee, is dying out in their origin countries for unclear reasons. Also, in these American countries, each year fewer people want to […]
One of the most appetizing delicacies used in many countries since antiquity, is a good fry. A cooking technique that is very healthy if done properly and with a good oil. However, with the wide range of oils available on the market, doubts arise. Which oil to use for frying? The oil we are going […]
Beeswax is a natural product made by bees. This product has extraordinary uses in the natural cosmetics industry, in the restoration of furniture, wooden objects, candle making and many other uses. Therefore, it is a very useful product that we are going to let you know about. Furthermore, we will also give you fantastic tips on how […]
There are currently about 25,000 species of bees in the world. The vast majority are wild and solitary. Only a few are organised in large hives and can produce honey, in interesting quantities that are interesting for beekeeping. Among the bees used in beekeeping, the most interesting is the European honeybee, which Europeans exported to […]
Spain is the largest producer of olive oil in the world, and this Spanisch product can be found in any food store. However, lovers of good extra virgin olive oil know that all olive oils are not the same. Therefore, when buying olive oil, it is important to know where to buy quality extra virgin […]
