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I've just taken a rest on the bench next to my wife's little herb patch, and was amazed to see scores and scores of bees working the spears of flowers on the mint. Is there a necter flow from mint? I couldn't see any pollen gathering on the bees. Will the mint flavour carry over to the honey...

After my clumsy attempt at marking a queen a couple of weeks ago, I followed admin's advice and waited a week before checking if she had survived the ordeal, and I found her on the second frame and she seemed to be OK. Before I could complete the inspection the weather changed suddenly, so I...

Hi All. Be Warned!!! I've just spoken to a friend who moved from the Forest of Deen to near Selby in Yorkshire this winter, and he has had his four hives and bees stolen this week. Sited close to his house, No sound, No tyre marks, No trace. He's off to an auction to try and buy something to...

I hope other newbies can learn from my stupid mistake. I've just come in from carrying out a second full inspection of my hives, where I was over eager and damaged a Queen. It's 20c plus here the cherry and peach are in full blossom and ideal for a good inspection. Both hives have continued to...

Hi All, :cheers2: for all the help and advise that you've given without realising it. Like many others I've found the answers here without asking the question. Used the search but can't find an opinion on this. I have a hive that is very active, thaking in lots of pollen. When hefted...