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  1. Codford

    What did you do in the Apiary today?

    Not a Drone in sight in West Wilts
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    What did you do in the Apiary today?

    Winter checks around the apiaries. The rate of fondant consumption is steadily increasing and all hives now bringing in a little pollen. Blackthorn buds looking as if they will bloom shortly and the odd Dandelion in evidence. Need to have a look to see how the OSR is progressing. It's all about...
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    “Indian” Summer next week?

    With sunshine and temperatures up to 24/25C next week in the South West, I’m considering leaving the last few supers on in the hope of offsetting a rather dismal summer honey crop. Opinions, risks/potential benefits? Over to the collective wisdom of the Forum…
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    Rhombus Clearer Board Question

    Thank you all.
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    Rhombus Clearer Board Question

    Has anybody tried clearing two supers at once with the above? If so how did you get on, and how long did it take? Many thanks.
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    Poly Swienty and Poly Maisemore Hives - Super Compatibility

    Does anyone know Maisemore Poly Supers will fit onto Swienty Polys?
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    Hive appears to be Queenless on first Spring Check

    Thanks guys - unusual (and pleasing) to get consistent advice on the Forum! Thanks again.
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    Hive appears to be Queenless on first Spring Check

    About 5 seams of bees, but no brood whatsoever. What are my options?
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    Thornes' Nasanov Swarm Lure

    I was in the process of stocking up odds and ends for the coming season when this caught my eye. Has anybody tried the stuff - and if so, how did you get on? I usually do quite well with old brood comb with a touch of lemongrass oil, but figure it might be worth a punt. Thoughts anyone? Many thanks.
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    Best time to vape bees in the UK

    Likewise - same in all 3 apiaries...
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    Burgess Fogger

    Had a go about 3 years ago fogging OA in ethyl alcohol. Eventually gave up when it became apparent that it was (very) approximately 10 - 20% less effective than sublimation. I have now reverted to the Gas-Vap which, with a little practice, gives good results.
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    Newbee here!

    Welcome! This Forum has an excellent search function - instant wisdom at your fingertips…
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    Newspaper unite Fail

    I always use a page from the FT, has never failed (yet) - and they produce a rather attractive pink confetti!
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    Mixing Soft Set - Spiral or “Propeller”?

    Currently using a low speed mixing drill with a Thornes propeller mixing attachment. Are there any advantages to the spiral type mixer - or doesn’t it matter?
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