Regularly check that the mouseguards are in position as badgers can cause damage; I once had a hive that I discovered was too close to a holt and the mouseguards were being pulled off.December is too late to do anything about stores: this should have been done in October. It is now too cold for the bees to produce and manipulate wax to seal the cells, leaving a risk offermentation of the sugar syrup. However, if Ambrosia syrup is usedthis will not ferment, but it is probably too cold for the bees to reach the feeder.Keep the hive entrance at least 12” (600mm) above ground level avoiding the damp air; colonies cannot deal with dampness.
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