Review some of the basics of preparing bees for Winter, including certain aspects of feeding and disease control

摘要

"If at our next visit, any colonies are found to be light, a change of heavy combs for some of their light ones is made, so that all are known to have 25 lbs. or more, which is amply sufficient for all their needs till they can be looked after in theSpring." Last month I discussed stock comparisons, mating knowledge and evaluation of apiary locations as tools to improve a beekeeping operation. Experienced beekeepers need to be reminded on a regular basis of the basic concepts of colony manipulation.New beekeepers must spend considerable time learning the basics, and review them frequently. For the benefit of both experienced and new beekeepers, let's review some of the basics of preparing bees for Winter, including certain aspects of feeding and disease control.