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May be a stupid question from a newbee but how does the QE separate flying bees from the nurse bees

Noted thanks. There is a good video on Simon the Beekeeper’s site but he moved his. I suppose there will be variable opinions. I look forward to seeing what others think.

Although I am a newbee I have seen people putting queen cells in mini poly mating nucs ( those with 3 frames ). I think I understand the principles but after you have made them up ( hopefully with nurse bees ) and kept them in a cool dark place for 24 to 48 hours then do you have to move them to...

Overall I think that is the way forward. Have taken off the feed already. Thanks to all for their input. Much appreciated

Never thought of that. Too late to buy a mated queen to add?

Nights down to 4C at times. Highs in mid teens to date but nasty easterly wind. Much better for next week. Will try and add my location on my profile

Thanks. There is room to lay and plenty of bees. I shall stop feeding now they have plenty of drawn comb. So many factors to balance

Thank you for the reply. I assume the “ test “ would be to see if they started making queen cells?

Based in Mid Staffordshire I have just started the fascinating hobby as I approach full retirement. I have spent the winter reading and online learning. I am about to start a 6 week practical beginner’s course but have been fortunate enough to have some practical experience checking through...