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    I have done it!

    Fanfare please. Forgive the excitement but I have just completed my first AS - yes, achieved! What a nerve wrecking experience, which wouldn't have been possible without my in house trainee (Mr Pookiesbees). I cannot convey the pleasure or sense of achievement - please let all go well. Thanks...
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    Advice needed please

    I have just one colony, with a queen from 2010, marked and very easy to spot. Had a great first season, came through winter looking hardy and ready for Spring. Have been inspecting regularly for several weeks now and have noticed the amount of sealed brood is low (not even a frame full). Quite a...
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    Out of the mouths of babes?

    First inspection today - lovely warm sun, bit breezy, girls looked great! My children, son 12 and daughter 8, were my able assistants, both kitted up and eager to learn. As we looked closely at the frames and the children told me what they can see, I said we would put the varroa tray on to check...
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    Has spring sprung yet?

    Have just returned from walking the pooch at a local beauty spot - Cockington Court for the Devonians out there. Passed beneath some bushes and the sound of the local apiary bees was lovely. Buzzing away busily as they collected the goodies from something (?) covered in white blossom. Came home...
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    home made and proud!

    I have followed the advice and views on mouse guards with interest. Still in my first season as a beek, so I am keen to do things the "right way", although I know this will only be in agreement with a small percentage of fellow beeks! Read a thread recently about putting tacks into the entrance...
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    Nucleus wanted Devon

    I am after a Nuc with gentle bees; for a national hive. Don't want to drive too far because of the stress on the bees.
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