overwintering-nucs

3 года назад

This video shows the process of making "double nukes" from full-size hives. The process involves splitting a hive into two colonies, each with four frames, and then adding a box on top in the spring. These double nukes are then sold to customers.

1 год назад

The video shows a beekeeper splitting colonies to create overwintering nucs. The beekeeper explains their process, which involves separating frames of brood, honey, and open comb into individual nuc boxes. They also demonstrate how they use a special tray system to transport the nucs safely and efficiently.

2 года назад

The beekeeper is experimenting with overwintering five-frame nucleus colonies, which are small hives designed to be brood factories. They are building these colonies in August and will be adding queens to them. The beekeeper is also going through their existing hives, splitting weak colonies and taking brood frames to populate the new nucleus colonies.

3 года назад

This video focuses on preparing beehives for winter in the Pacific Northwest. The speaker emphasizes the importance of mite treatment and ensuring the hives are adequately fed before the cold weather arrives. They also discuss the importance of proper ventilation and discourage feeding bees syrup during the winter months.