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We were very lucky for our first year and extracted 44lbs of honey from 1 hive. Now the problem begins... Whats the average charge for a 8oz or 4oz jar of honey? Thanks Chrysalis

Hello Steven like yours our 2nd hive is all tucked up in bed. I will have a look first thing and let you know what they are up to.

There is a brood and 1/2 plus 3 x supers and it certainly isnt hot here in Derbyshire at the moment. hmm?

Not sure if anyone here goes down to their hive in the dark but we have to most nights in order to find the cat. Tonight the bees appear to be acting strange. Instead of being inside the hive they is a huddle of them at the entrance...

How do you all cope with wasps? is the wasp trap a good method? it works for snails!!

Hi Darren Yes there were eggs and larvae. No Queen cells. I am just so used to seeing her every week it was a bit of a shock. Thanks, just wanted reassurance. Will try my hardest not to disturb them until the weekend.

We did our weekly inspection on one of the hives yesterday but this time couldn't see the queen. I'm a first time beekeeper and this is causing me a bit of distress. Last night I never slept I was so worried about queenie. Anyway, rambling on... When should I go back in and see if she is...

Hi Mike Thanks for the info. The Carnis are doing just as you found, got them half way through the season they filled the brood box so we added a super (brood and half) they are still bringing in the pollen even though July has been wet and windy. Onwards and upwards!!

Wow, thanks for the replies guys!!! it looks like I'm going to have my hands full lol!! all good practise eh?

Hello I have been offered a nuc of Carniolan bees. Does anyone have any info on these bees or experiences with them. Our bees now are buckfast/danish and are lovely, so calm and a joy to work with. All information greatly appreciated. Chrysalis

Thanks for the welcomes from everyone. I'll look out for the stings lol! Cazza, I used to live in Norfolk near the Suffolk border. I do miss lovely East Anglia. I am a back garden beekeeper and would be able to fit in a 2nd hive maybe next year but I wouldnt want anymore. I can't beelieve...

Hello from the Peaks. I am very new at bee keeping so will be spending quite some time reading up on the boards. Chrysalis