making-splits-bees

8 лет назад

This video demonstrates how to split a beehive into two nucs and a parent colony. The beekeeper explains how to identify queen cells and how to create nucs with queen cells and frames of brood. The beekeeper also provides tips on how to encourage bees to balance themselves out between the nucs.

4 года назад

This video demonstrates how to make two splits from one beehive using a specialized nuc box. The beekeeper explains the process step-by-step, including how to select healthy frames, ensure the queen is not included, and prepare the nuc for a new queen. The video also emphasizes the importance of checking for disease before making splits.

2 года назад

The video shows the process of splitting bee colonies to create five-frame nucleus colonies. The beekeeper uses a smoker and carefully selects frames with brood, pollen, and nectar to create the nucleus colonies. They will then be moved to a different location and given queen cells to start new colonies.

1 год назад

The beekeeper plans to perform an OTS split on a strong colony, but discovers queen cells, indicating the colony is preparing to swarm. Instead, they decide to split the colony into four, hoping to prevent swarming and create new colonies. The beekeeper shares their process and thoughts on the decision, inviting viewers to share their own opinions.

10 лет назад

This video demonstrates a simple method for splitting a beehive. The beekeeper explains how to select frames with brood, eggs, and larvae, and then transfer them to a new hive body. The process involves shaking off bees from the selected frames and replacing them with empty frames in the original hive.